Is “Gists” a Scrabble word?
Yes
GISTS
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary
Valid in these dictionaries
SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Large English Dictionary
General English word list
Meaning of Gists
noun
1.The most essential part; the main idea or substance (of a longer or more complicated matter); the crux of a matter; the pith.
2.The essential ground for action in a suit, without which there is no cause of action.
3.Resting place (especially of animals), lodging.
Synonyms: gravamen, crux, quintessence, lair