STARBOARD
/ˈstɑɹbɚd/
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of STARBOARD
The righthand side of a ship, boat or aircraft when facing the front, or fore or bow. Used to unambiguously refer to directions according to the sides of the vessel, rather than those of a crew member or object.
One of the two traditional watches aboard a ship standing a watch in two.
To put to the right, or starboard, side of a vessel.
"to starboard the helm"
Examples of STARBOARD in a Sentence
- "to starboard the helm"
Word Details
Is STARBOARD a Scrabble Word?
Yes, STARBOARD is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: STARBOARD uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for STARBOARD
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | t | a | r | b | o | a | r | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in STARBOARD
100 words from the letters in STARBOARD
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How to Use STARBOARD in Word Games
STARBOARD is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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