Is “Kneecap” a Scrabble word?

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Yes
KNEECAP
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 Kneecap

/ˈniːˌkæp/

noun
  1. 1.The flat, roundish bone in the knee.

  2. 2.(roofing) A metal cover trim that fits over a panel rib after it has been cut and bent.

  3. 3.A cap or strong covering for the knees, used chiefly for horses, to protect their knees in case of a fall.

Synonyms: kneepan, patella, rotula, scutum

verb
  1. 1.To destroy the knees of (a person), usually by shooting at the knees, as a punishment carried out by criminals or terrorists.