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WATCHDOG

8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

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Definition of WATCHDOG

noun

A guard dog

noun

An individual or group that monitors the activities of another entity (such as an individual, corporation, non-profit group, or governmental organization) on behalf of the public to ensure that entity does not behave illegally or unethically.

verb

To perform a function analogous to that of a watchdog; to guard and warn.

verb

To be continuously reset by a watchdog timer.

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
18
points
WWF
19
points

Is WATCHDOG a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 18 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 18 pts Words With Friends — 19 pts

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

Letter Values for WATCHDOG

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

Letter watchdog Total
Scrabble 41134212 18
WWF 41143213 19

Anagrams of WATCHDOG

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in WATCHDOG

100 words from the letters in WATCHDOG

How to Use WATCHDOG in Word Games

WATCHDOG is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About WATCHDOG

What does WATCHDOG mean?
WATCHDOG is a noun. A guard dog
Is WATCHDOG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WATCHDOG is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WATCHDOG worth in Scrabble?
WATCHDOG is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from WATCHDOG?
You can make 100 words from the letters in WATCHDOG. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of WATCHDOG?
The anagrams of WATCHDOG (words using the exact same letters) are: DOGWATCH. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.