ACROSS
/əˈkɹɑs/
6-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of ACROSS
noun
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(crosswords, often in combination) A word that runs horizontally in the completed puzzle grid or its associated clue.
"I solved all of the acrosses, but then got stuck on 3 down."
adverb
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From one side to the other.
"she helped the blind man across; the river is half a mile across"
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On the other side.
"If we sail off at noon, when will we be across?"
preposition
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To, toward or from the far side of (something that lies between two points of interest).
"Fortunately, there was a bridge across the river."
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On the opposite side of (something that lies between two points of interest).
"That store is across the street."
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About the word ACROSS
Is "ACROSS" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "ACROSS" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "ACROSS" worth?
In Scrabble, "ACROSS" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "ACROSS" mean?
(crosswords, often in combination) A word that runs horizontally in the completed puzzle grid or its associated clue.
Does "ACROSS" have any anagrams?
No, "ACROSS" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.