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LICORICE

/ˈlɪ.k(ə).ɹɪs/

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun

L 1/2
I 1/1
C 3/4
O 1/1
R 1/1
I 1/1
C 3/4
E 1/1

Definition of LICORICE

noun

The plant Glycyrrhiza glabra, or sometimes in North America the related American Licorice plant Glycyrrhiza lepidota.

noun

A type of candy made from that plant's dried root or its extract.

noun

A black colour, named after the licorice.

Synonyms of LICORICE

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Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
15
points

Is LICORICE a Scrabble Word?

Yes, LICORICE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Tip: LICORICE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for LICORICE

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter licorice Total
Scrabble 11311131 12
WWF 21411141 15

How to Use LICORICE in Word Games

LICORICE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LICORICE to find 77 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LICORICE

What does LICORICE mean?
LICORICE is a noun. The plant Glycyrrhiza glabra, or sometimes in North America the related American Licorice plant Glycyrrhiza lepidota.
Is LICORICE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LICORICE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LICORICE worth in Scrabble?
LICORICE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from LICORICE?
You can make 77 words from the letters in LICORICE. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of LICORICE?
Synonyms of LICORICE include: sugarallie. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.