proper noun
Scrabble
A trademarked board game in which players form words with letter tiles.
The family plays Scrabble with letter tiles on the board.
Etymology
The game-name uses scrabble, an existing verb suggesting scratching or scrambling about. It was adopted as the title for the word-forming tile game.
More examples
- She won at Scrabble.
- They brought Scrabble on vacation.
- The club held a Scrabble tournament.
Forms
Scrabble