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Is ALLIGATOR a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, ALLIGATOR is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 10 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does ALLIGATOR mean?

  1. noun

    leather made from alligator's hide

  2. noun

    either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts

  3. verb

    crack and acquire the appearance of alligator hide, as from weathering or improper application; of paint and varnishes

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

10

Scrabble

13

Words With Friends

9

Letters

A (1) + L (1) + L (1) + I (1) + G (2) + A (1) + T (1) + O (1) + R (1) = 10 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for ALLIGATOR

Single letters that turn ALLIGATOR into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks0

None — nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks1

Words you can make from ALLIGATOR

The 60 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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