Definition of rudder

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • rudder is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • rudder is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • rudder is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of rudder


  • a hinged vertical airfoil mounted at the tail of an aircraft and used to make horizontal course changes (noun)
  • (nautical) steering mechanism consisting of a hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern of a vessel (noun)

See definition of rudder in Merriam Webster