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abutment

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Is abutment a Scrabble word?

Yes, abutment is a valid Scrabble word! Worth 12 points in Scrabble.

Word Games

  • Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
  • Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
  • Wordle No
  • Words With Friends Yes

What is the meaning of abutment?

Definition

noun (English)

1. (engineering, architecture) The solid portion of a structure that supports the lateral pressure of an arch or vault.countableuncountable

2. (engineering) A construction that supports the ends of a bridge; a structure that anchors the cables on a suspension bridge.Examples: "Each of the bridges consists of six separate girder spans on brick abutments."countableuncountable

3. (engineering) The part of a valley or canyon wall against which a dam is constructed.Examples: "Heavy rains have caused the dam's abutments to seep, raising concern over possible dam failure."countableuncountable

4. (architecture) That element that shares a common boundary or surface with its neighbor.countableuncountable

5. (dentistry) The tooth that supports a denture or bridge.countableuncountable

Definition source: Wiktionary

What Scrabble words can I make with the letters in "abutment"?

How many Scrabble points is the word "abutment"?

Scrabble
12 points
A1
B3
U1
T1
M3
E1
N1
T1
Words With Friends
16 points
A1
B4
U2
T1
M4
E1
N2
T1

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