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Is matches a Scrabble word?

Yes, matches is a valid Scrabble word! Worth 14 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 matches?

Definition

noun (English)

1. lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with frictionExamples: "he always carries matches to light his pipe"; "as long you've a lucifer to light your fag"Synonyms: friction match, lucifer, match

2. a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams competeSynonyms: match

3. a burning piece of wood or cardboardExamples: "if you drop a match in there the whole place will explode"Synonyms: match

4. an exact duplicateExamples: "when a match is found an entry is made in the notebook"Synonyms: match, mate

5. the score needed to win a matchSynonyms: match

6. a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospectSynonyms: catch, match

verb (English)

1. be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristicsExamples: "The two stories don't agree in many details"; "The handwriting checks with the signature on the check"; "The suspect's fingerprints don't match those on the gun"Synonyms: agree, check, correspond, fit, gibe, jibe, match, tallyAntonyms: disagree

2. provide funds complementary toExamples: "The company matched the employees' contributions"Synonyms: match

3. bring two objects, ideas, or people togetherExamples: "This fact is coupled to the other one"; "Matchmaker, can you match my daughter with a nice young man?"; "The student was paired with a partner for collaboration on the project"Synonyms: couple, match, mate, pair, twin

4. be equal to in quality or abilityExamples: "Nothing can rival cotton for durability"; "Your performance doesn't even touch that of your colleagues"; "Her persistence and ambition only matches that of her parents"Synonyms: equal, match, rival, touch

5. make correspond or harmonizeExamples: "Match my sweater"Synonyms: fit, match

6. satisfy or fulfillExamples: "meet a need"; "this job doesn't match my dreams"Synonyms: cope with, match, meet

Definition source: Wiktionary

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

How many Scrabble points is the word "matches"?

Scrabble
14 points
M3
A1
T1
C3
H4
E1
S1
Words With Friends
15 points
M4
A1
T1
C4
H3
E1
S1

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