REDACT
/ɹɪˈdækt/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of REDACT
To censor, to black out or remove parts of a document while releasing the remainder.
"The military will redact the document before releasing it, blacking out sections that are classified."
To black out legally protected sections of text in a document provided to opposing counsel, typically as part of the discovery process.
To reduce to form, as literary matter; to digest and put in shape (matter for publication); to edit.
Examples of REDACT in a Sentence
- "The military will redact the document before releasing it, blacking out sections that are classified."
Word Details
Is REDACT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, REDACT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: REDACT uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for REDACT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | d | a | c | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 10 |
Anagrams of REDACT
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in REDACT
90 words from the letters in REDACT
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How to Use REDACT in Word Games
REDACT is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, REDACT 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 REDACT to find 90 additional valid words.