NOCK
/ˈnɒk/
4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of NOCK
Either of the two grooves in a bow that hold the bowstring.
The notch at the rear of an arrow that fits on the bowstring.
The upper fore corner of a boom sail or trysail.
To fit an arrow against the bowstring of a bow or crossbow. (See also notch.)
To cut a nock in (usually in an arrow's base or the tips of a bow).
Word Details
Is NOCK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, NOCK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like NOCK are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for NOCK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | n | o | c | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 10 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in NOCK
7 words from the letters in NOCK
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use NOCK in Word Games
NOCK is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Short word advantage: NOCK is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble NOCK to find 7 additional valid words.