JAIL
/dʒeɪl/
4-letter word · 11 Scrabble points · 14 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of JAIL
noun
- A place or institution for the confinement of persons held in lawful custody or detention, especially for minor offenses or with reference to some future judicial proceeding.
- Confinement in a jail.
verb
- To imprison.
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About the word JAIL
Is "JAIL" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "JAIL" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 11 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "JAIL" worth?
In Scrabble, "JAIL" is worth 11 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 14 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 33.
What does "JAIL" mean?
A place or institution for the confinement of persons held in lawful custody or detention, especially for minor offenses or with reference to some future judicial proceeding.
Does "JAIL" have any anagrams?
No, "JAIL" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.