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Throwback

Yes, throwback is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 23 points in Scrabble.

What does throwback mean?

noun

  1. an organism that has the characteristics of a more primitive type of that organism
  2. a reappearance of an earlier characteristic

adjective

  1. characteristic of an atavist

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for throwback

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants2 / 7
Scrabble points23
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of throwback

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters THROWBACK.

Words you can make from throwback

Unscramble THROWBACK for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is throwback a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Throwback 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 throwback worth in Scrabble?

Throwback is worth 23 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does throwback mean?

Throwback means: an organism that has the characteristics of a more primitive type of that organism.