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RETRIEVING

10 letters · 3 syllables · verb, noun

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Definition of RETRIEVING

verb

To regain or get back something.

"to retrieve one's character or independence; to retrieve a thrown ball"

verb

To rescue (a creature).

verb

To salvage something

noun

An act of retrieval.

Examples of RETRIEVING in a Sentence

  • "to retrieve one's character or independence; to retrieve a thrown ball"

Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
3
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
17
points

Is RETRIEVING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

Tip: RETRIEVING uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for RETRIEVING

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

Letter retrieving Total
Scrabble 1111114112 14
WWF 1111115123 17

Words You Can Make With the Letters in RETRIEVING

100 words from the letters in RETRIEVING

How to Use RETRIEVING in Word Games

RETRIEVING is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RETRIEVING to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RETRIEVING

What does RETRIEVING mean?
RETRIEVING is a verb. To regain or get back something.
Is RETRIEVING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RETRIEVING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RETRIEVING worth in Scrabble?
RETRIEVING is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from RETRIEVING?
You can make 100 words from the letters in RETRIEVING. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.