Is “Jackstraw” a Scrabble word?
Yes
JACKSTRAW
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 Jackstraw
noun
1.(usually plural) One of the pieces used for the game variously called jackstraws or pick-up-sticks.
2.An insignificant person.
Synonyms: spillikin
adjective
1.Resembling a bundle of jackstraws that has been strewn on a surface.
2.(of a person) Of no substance or worth.