JACKSTRAW
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of JACKSTRAW
(usually plural) One of the pieces used for the game variously called jackstraws or pick-up-sticks.
An insignificant person.
Resembling a bundle of jackstraws that has been strewn on a surface.
(of a person) Of no substance or worth.
Word Details
Is JACKSTRAW a Scrabble Word?
Yes, JACKSTRAW is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: JACKSTRAW uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for JACKSTRAW
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | j | a | c | k | s | t | r | a | w | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 8 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 25 |
| WWF | 10 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 28 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in JACKSTRAW
100 words from the letters in JACKSTRAW
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How to Use JACKSTRAW in Word Games
JACKSTRAW is worth 25 points in Scrabble and 28 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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