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DISTANCE

11
Scrabble points
8
Letters
Yes
SOWPODS valid

Definition

noun

An amount of space between points (often geographical points), usually (but not necessarily) measured along a straight line. Chiefly in by a distance: a space of more than 30 lengths (about 80 yards or 7.3 metres) between two racehorses finishing a race, used to describe the margin of victory; also , any space of 240 yards (about 219.5 metres) on a racecourse. Chiefly in from a distance: a place which is far away or remote; specifically , a more remote part of a landscape or view as contrasted with the foreground. Chiefly with a modifying word: a measure between two points or quantities; a difference, a variance.

“angular distance focal distance”

Letter values

D = 2, I = 1, S = 1, T = 1, A = 1, N = 1, C = 3, E = 1

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Frequently asked

Is DISTANCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DISTANCE is valid in the SOWPODS Scrabble dictionary and scores 11 points.
How many points is DISTANCE worth?
DISTANCE is worth 11 points in Scrabble before any board bonuses.
What does DISTANCE mean?
An amount of space between points (often geographical points), usually (but not necessarily) measured along a straight line. Chiefly in by a distance: a space of more than 30 lengths (about 80 yards or 7.3 metres) between two racehorses finishing a race, used to describe the margin of victory; also , any space of 240 yards (about 219.5 metres) on a racecourse. Chiefly in from a distance: a place which is far away or remote; specifically , a more remote part of a landscape or view as contrasted with the foreground. Chiefly with a modifying word: a measure between two points or quantities; a difference, a variance.