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P 3 O 1 N 1 T 1 I 1 L 1

PONTIL

8
Scrabble points
6
Letters
Yes
SOWPODS valid

Definition

noun

A metal rod used in the glassblowing process. After a glass vessel has been blown to approximate size and the bottom of the piece has been finalized, the rod, which is tipped with a wad of hot glass, is attached to the bottom of the vessel to hold it while the top is finalized. It often leaves an irregular or ring-shaped scar on the base when removed, called the pontil mark.

Letter values

P = 3, O = 1, N = 1, T = 1, I = 1, L = 1

Words you can make from the letters of PONTIL

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Frequently asked

Is PONTIL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PONTIL is valid in the SOWPODS Scrabble dictionary and scores 8 points.
How many points is PONTIL worth?
PONTIL is worth 8 points in Scrabble before any board bonuses.
What does PONTIL mean?
A metal rod used in the glassblowing process. After a glass vessel has been blown to approximate size and the bottom of the piece has been finalized, the rod, which is tipped with a wad of hot glass, is attached to the bottom of the vessel to hold it while the top is finalized. It often leaves an irregular or ring-shaped scar on the base when removed, called the pontil mark.