CRUCK
5-letter word · 13 Scrabble points · 16 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of CRUCK
noun
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A sturdy timber with a curve or angle used for primary framing of a timber house, usually used in pairs.
"1952: To construct such a house, it is necessary to select an oak with a branch growing out at an angle of about 45°; the upper part of the tree, above the fork, having been cut off, the trunk and branch are roughly squared and divided in half . If the two halves are then placed opposite one another, with the branch ends pegged together, they constitute what was usually known as a 'cruck' or, more correctly, 'a pair of crucks'. — L.F. Salzman, Building in England, p. 195."
verb
- To make lame.
noun
- A vehicle that has features of both a car and a truck.
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About the word CRUCK
Is "CRUCK" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "CRUCK" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "CRUCK" worth?
In Scrabble, "CRUCK" is worth 13 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 16 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 39.
What does "CRUCK" mean?
A sturdy timber with a curve or angle used for primary framing of a timber house, usually used in pairs.
Does "CRUCK" have any anagrams?
No, "CRUCK" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.