Is Clinches a Scrabble Word? Yes

Definition for the word Clinches.

  • a small slip noose made with seizing (noun)
  • a tight or amorous embrace (noun)
  • a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together (noun)
  • hold in a tight grasp (verb)
  • (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily (noun)
  • embrace amorously (verb)
  • flatten the ends (of nails and rivets) (verb)
    "the nails were clinched"
  • hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches (verb)
  • secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts (verb)
    "The girder was clinched into the wall"
  • settle conclusively (verb)
    "clinch a deal"
  • the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet (noun)

Is Clinches a Valid Scrabble Word?

Yes Clinches is a valid Scrabble word.


Scrabble Point Value of Clinches: 15 Points
Words with Friends Point Value of Clinches: 18 Points


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