Is “Fid” a Scrabble word?

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Yes
FID
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 Fid

/fɪd/

noun
  1. 1.A pointed tool without any sharp edges, used in weaving or knotwork to tighten and form up weaves or complex knots; used in sailing ships to open the strands of a rope before splicing. Compare marlinespike.

  2. 2.A square bar of wood or iron, with a shoulder at one end, to support the weight of the topmast (on a ship).

  3. 3.A plug of oakum for the vent of a gun.

verb
  1. 1.To support a topmast using a fid.