ETCH
/ɛtʃ/
4-letter word · 9 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of ETCH
verb
- To cut into a surface with an acid or other corrosive substance in order to make a pattern. Best known as a technique for creating printing plates, but also used for decoration on metal, and, in modern industry, to make circuit boards.
- To engrave a surface.
noun
- An aftergrowth of grass (or other plants) which grows after it has been been mowed; also, a field of such growth.
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About the word ETCH
Is "ETCH" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "ETCH" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "ETCH" worth?
In Scrabble, "ETCH" is worth 9 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 27.
What does "ETCH" mean?
To cut into a surface with an acid or other corrosive substance in order to make a pattern. Best known as a technique for creating printing plates, but also used for decoration on metal, and, in modern industry, to make circuit boards.
Does "ETCH" have any anagrams?
No, "ETCH" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.