SCRUMS
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun
Definition of SCRUMS
A tightly-packed and disorderly crowd of people.
"A scrum developed around the bar when free beer was announced."
Specifically used in the Canadian media to describe a tightly-packed group of reporters surrounding a member of the Canadian House of Commons while in the Parliament Buildings.
"A scrum formed around Scott Brison shortly after he announced his candidacy for the federal Liberal leadership."
In rugby union or rugby league, all the forwards joined together in an organised way. Also known as a scrummage.
Examples of SCRUMS in a Sentence
- "A scrum developed around the bar when free beer was announced."
- "A scrum formed around Scott Brison shortly after he announced his candidacy for the federal Liberal leadership."
Word Details
Is SCRUMS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SCRUMS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SCRUMS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SCRUMS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | c | r | u | m | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SCRUMS
33 words from the letters in SCRUMS
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How to Use SCRUMS in Word Games
SCRUMS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SCRUMS 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 SCRUMS to find 33 additional valid words.