ESCROW
/ˈɛs.kɹəʊ̯/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of ESCROW
A written instrument, such as a deed, temporarily deposited with a neutral third party (the escrow agent), by the agreement of two parties to a valid contract. The escrow agent will deliver the document to the benefited party when the conditions of the contract have been met. The depositor has no control over the instrument in escrow.
In common law, escrow applied to the deposits only of instruments for conveyance of land, but it now applies to all instruments so deposited.
Money or other property so deposited is also loosely referred to as escrow.
To place in escrow.
Word Details
Is ESCROW a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ESCROW is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ESCROW uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ESCROW
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | s | c | r | o | w | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ESCROW
78 words from the letters in ESCROW
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How to Use ESCROW in Word Games
ESCROW is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ESCROW is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ESCROW to find 78 additional valid words.