Is award a word in the Scrabble Dictionary

Yes, award is playable

...and is worth 9 points.

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"Award" Definition

noun

A decision, such as one made by a judge or arbitrator.
Something awarded or granted, as for merit.
A judgment or final decision.
The decision of arbitrators in a case submitted to them.
The document containing the decision of arbitrators.

verb-transitive

To give as legally due: awarded damages to the plaintiff.
To grant as merited or due: awarded prizes to the winners.

verb

To give by judicial decree or after careful consideration.
To confer or bestow as being deserved or merited or needed .