DEFECT
6-letter word · 12 Scrabble points · 13 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of DEFECT
noun
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A fault or malfunction.
"a defect in the ear or eye; a defect in timber or iron; a defect of memory or judgment"
- The quantity or amount by which anything falls short.
verb
- To abandon or turn against; to cease or change one's loyalty, especially from a military organisation or political party.
- To desert one's army, to flee from combat.
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About the word DEFECT
Is "DEFECT" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "DEFECT" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "DEFECT" worth?
In Scrabble, "DEFECT" is worth 12 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 13 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 36.
What does "DEFECT" mean?
A fault or malfunction.
Does "DEFECT" have any anagrams?
No, "DEFECT" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.