With LOCKS

8 words · highest scoring is breechblocks at 27 points

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About 12 Letter Words With LOCKS

There are 8 twelve letter words containing LOCKS in our dictionary. The highest scoring is breechblocks at 27 points, counting tile values before any double or triple squares.

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12 Letter Words With LOCKS at a Glance

Highest Scoring 12 Letter Words With LOCKS

  • breechblocks27
  • locksmithery26
  • swivelblocks26
  • locksmithing24
  • lockstitched24
  • lockstitches23
  • marshlockses23
  • goldilockses20

12 Letter Words With LOCKS Defined

breechblocksNoun · 27 points
a metal block which closes the aperture at the back part of a rifle or gun barrel
locksmitheryNoun · 26 points
The work or trade of a locksmith; = locksmithing.
lockstitchesNoun · 23 points
a stitch made by a sewing machine by firmly linking together two threads or stitches

12 Letter Words With LOCKS: Questions

How many twelve letter words containing LOCKS are there?

There are 8 twelve letter words containing LOCKS in our dictionary, though they are all uncommon words rather than everyday vocabulary.

What is the highest scoring word among twelve letter words containing LOCKS?

BREECHBLOCKS is the highest scoring option at 27 points, counting tile values only and before any double or triple squares.

What are some common twelve letter words containing LOCKS?

BREECHBLOCKS, LOCKSMITHERY, LOCKSTITCHES are among the most familiar twelve letter words containing LOCKS. Select any word in the list to read its definition.

Are these twelve letter words containing LOCKS valid in Scrabble and Words With Friends?

Every word is drawn from a tournament word list, so most are playable everywhere. Use the dictionary selector to narrow the list to Scrabble US (NWL2023), Scrabble UK (CSW24) or Words With Friends and see only the words that game accepts.