SANDING
7 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of SANDING
To abrade the surface of (something) with sand or sandpaper in order to smooth or clean it.
To cover with sand.
To blot ink using sand.
The act or process by which something is sanded; the application of sandpaper, etc.
A type of dancing where the floor is covered in sand. See Sanding (dance).
The process of testing the surface of gilding, after it has been fired, with fine sand and water.
Word Details
Is SANDING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SANDING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of SANDING earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 59 points total.
Letter Values for SANDING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | a | n | d | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SANDING
93 words from the letters in SANDING
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How to Use SANDING in Word Games
SANDING is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Bingo potential: Since SANDING uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 59 points.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SANDING to find 93 additional valid words.