Is “Denature” a Scrabble word?

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Yes
DENATURE
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary

Valid in these dictionaries

SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
Valid
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Valid
Large English Dictionary
General English word list
Unavailable

Meaning of Denature

/diːˈneɪtjə(ɹ)/

verb
  1. 1.To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person).

  2. 2.To add something to (alcohol) that makes it unsuitable for consumption but leaves it suitable for other purposes.

    While you cannot drink denatured alcohol, you can still use it to remove sticker glue from most surfaces.

  3. 3.To alter its original form or state, especially of a protein, by heat, acidity etc.

Synonyms: denaturalize