Is “Earwig” a Scrabble word?

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Yes
EARWIG
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 Earwig

/ˈɪə(ɹ)wɪɡ/

noun
  1. 1.Any of various insects of the order Dermaptera that have elongated bodies, large membranous wings folded underneath short leathery forewings and a pair of large pincers protruding from the rear of the abdomen.

  2. 2.One who whispers insinuations; a secret counsellor.

  3. 3.A flatterer.

Synonyms: forkytail

verb
  1. 1.To fill the mind of with prejudice by insinuations.

  2. 2.To attempt to influence by persistent confidential argument or talk.

  3. 3.To eavesdrop.