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REKEYING

8 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun

R 1/1
E 1/1
K 5/5
E 1/1
Y 4/3
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of REKEYING

verb

To enter information into a device, such as a keyboard or keypad, after it has been done at least once before.

"She had to rekey the security code."

verb

To modify (a lock or its cylinder) to change which keys will open it.

verb

To change the key or tenor of; to reframe.

noun

The process of entering information into a device again, by means of a keyboard or similar.

noun

The process of changing the key or tenor of something; a reframing.

Synonyms of REKEYING

Words with similar meaning

Examples of REKEYING in a Sentence

  • "She had to rekey the security code."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
17
points

Is REKEYING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

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

Letter Values for REKEYING

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

Letter rekeying Total
Scrabble 11514112 16
WWF 11513123 17

Words You Can Make With the Letters in REKEYING

100 words from the letters in REKEYING

How to Use REKEYING in Word Games

REKEYING is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About REKEYING

What does REKEYING mean?
REKEYING is a verb. To enter information into a device, such as a keyboard or keypad, after it has been done at least once before.
Is REKEYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, REKEYING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is REKEYING worth in Scrabble?
REKEYING is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from REKEYING?
You can make 100 words from the letters in REKEYING. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of REKEYING?
Synonyms of REKEYING include: reenter, reinput. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.