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N 1 E 1 O 1 T 1 Y 4 P 3 E 1

NEOTYPE

12
Scrabble points
7
Letters
Yes
SOWPODS valid

Definition

noun

A new specimen of a previously described species which, in order to maintain nomenclatural stability or solve doubtful or confusing identities, is designated to serve as the type specimen, possibly replacing a previous holotype or neotype

Letter values

N = 1, E = 1, O = 1, T = 1, Y = 4, P = 3, E = 1

Words you can make from the letters of NEOTYPE

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Frequently asked

Is NEOTYPE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NEOTYPE is valid in the SOWPODS Scrabble dictionary and scores 12 points.
How many points is NEOTYPE worth?
NEOTYPE is worth 12 points in Scrabble before any board bonuses.
What does NEOTYPE mean?
A new specimen of a previously described species which, in order to maintain nomenclatural stability or solve doubtful or confusing identities, is designated to serve as the type specimen, possibly replacing a previous holotype or neotype