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Linebacker

Yes, linebacker is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.

What does linebacker mean?

noun

  1. a defensive football player who takes a position close behind the linemen
  2. (American football) the position of a defensive football player who plays close behind the line of scrimmage

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters10
Vowels / consonants4 / 6
Scrabble points18
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of linebacker

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters LINEBACKER.

Words you can make from linebacker

Unscramble LINEBACKER for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is linebacker a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Linebacker 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 linebacker worth in Scrabble?

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

What does linebacker mean?

Linebacker means: a defensive football player who takes a position close behind the linemen.