S 1 H 4 E 1 L 1 L 1

SHELL

8

Scrabble points

5

Letters

Yes

SOWPODS valid

Definition

noun

A hard external covering of an animal. The calcareous or chitinous external covering of mollusks, crustaceans, and some other invertebrates.

“In some mollusks, as the cuttlefish, the shell is concealed by the animal's outer mantle and is considered internal.”

Letter values

S = 1, H = 4, E = 1, L = 1, L = 1

Words you can make from the letters of SHELL

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Frequently asked

Is SHELL a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, SHELL is valid in the SOWPODS Scrabble dictionary and scores 8 points.

How many points is SHELL worth?

SHELL is worth 8 points in Scrabble before any board bonuses.

What does SHELL mean?

A hard external covering of an animal. The calcareous or chitinous external covering of mollusks, crustaceans, and some other invertebrates.