Is “Loose” a Scrabble word?

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Yes
LOOSE
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 Loose

/luːs/

noun
  1. 1.The release of an arrow.

  2. 2.A state of laxity or indulgence; unrestrained freedom, abandonment.

  3. 3.All play other than set pieces (scrums and line-outs).

verb
  1. 1.To let loose, to free from restraints.

  2. 2.To unfasten, to loosen.

  3. 3.To make less tight, to loosen.

Synonyms: fire, shoot, free, release, loosen, relax

adjective
  1. 1.Not fixed in place tightly or firmly.

    This wheelbarrow has a loose wheel.

  2. 2.Not held or packaged together.

    'You can buy apples in a pack, but they are cheaper loose.

  3. 3.Not under control.

    The dog is loose again.

Synonyms: indiscreet, free, untethered, diffuse, spaced out, baggy

interjection
  1. 1.Begin shooting; release your arrows