Scrabble Dictionary

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Yes, initial is playable

...and is worth 9 points.

Found in the following dictionaries

Enable (Words with friends)
SOWPODS (Collins Scrabble Words)
OTCWL2014 (NASPA Word List 2014)
TWL06 (NASPA List 2006)

"Initial" Definition

noun

A large, often highly decorated letter set at the beginning of a chapter, verse, or paragraph.
The first letter of a proper name.
The first letter of a word.
A meristematic cell.
The first letter of a name.

adjective

Designating the first letter or letters of a word.
Of, relating to, or occurring at the beginning; first: took the initial step toward peace.
Of or relating to the beginning .
Placed at the beginning .

verb-transitive

To mark or sign with initials, especially for purposes of authorization or approval.

verb

To authenticate or give preliminary approval to by affixing the of an authorizing representative.
To affix an initial to.

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