BATTEN
/ˈbætən/
6-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 10 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of BATTEN
verb
- To become better; improve in condition, especially by feeding.
- To feed (on); to revel (in).
noun
- A thin strip of wood used in construction to hold members of a structure together or to provide a fixing point.
- A long strip of wood, metal, fibreglass etc., used for various purposes aboard ship, especially one inserted in a pocket sewn on the sail in order to keep the sail flat.
verb
- To furnish with battens.
- To fasten or secure a hatch etc using battens.
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About the word BATTEN
Is "BATTEN" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "BATTEN" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "BATTEN" worth?
In Scrabble, "BATTEN" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 10 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "BATTEN" mean?
To become better; improve in condition, especially by feeding.
Does "BATTEN" have any anagrams?
No, "BATTEN" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.