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Backbone

Yes, backbone is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.

What does backbone mean?

noun

  1. a central cohesive source of support and stability faith is his anchor
  2. fortitude and determination he didn't have the guts to try it
  3. the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord the fall broke his back

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for backbone

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points18
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of backbone

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BACKBONE.

Words you can make from backbone

Unscramble BACKBONE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is backbone a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Backbone is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is backbone worth in Scrabble?

Backbone is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does backbone mean?

Backbone means: a central cohesive source of support and stability.