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Yes, amateur is playable

...and is worth 11 points.

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"Amateur" Definition

noun

A person who engages in an art, science, study, or athletic activity as a pastime rather than as a profession.
One lacking the skill of a professional, as in an art.
Sports An athlete who has never accepted money, or who accepts money under restrictions specified by a regulatory body, for participating in a competition.
One who engages in a pursuit, study, science, or sport as a pastime rather than as a profession.
One lacking in experience and competence in an art or science.

adjective

Made up of amateurs: an amateur cast.
Not professional; unskillful.
Of or performed by an amateur.

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