How many points is BACKBEND worth in Scrabble?

BACKBEND is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BACKBEND?

BACKBEND is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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BACKBEND is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 19 points. BACKBEND means "an acrobatic feat".

A move in which the performer bends backwards until the hands touch the floor or catches him/herself with the hands

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

an acrobatic feat

In a sentence: "The backbend is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of BACKBEND. It scores 19 points.

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Is BACKBEND a Scrabble word?: BACKBEND is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 19 points.
What does BACKBEND mean?: an acrobatic feat
How do you use BACKBEND in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The backbend is noted."
How many points is BACKBEND worth in Scrabble?: BACKBEND is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BACKBEND?: BACKBEND is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).