How many points is BACKFILL worth in Scrabble?

BACKFILL is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BACKFILL?

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

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BACKFILL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 19 points. BACKFILL is a verb form of refill. REFILL means "to fill again".

To refill a hole with the material dug out of it.
To refill an excavation unit to restore the former ground surface and/or to preserve the unit and make it recognizable as having been excavated.
To provide reserve support.

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

BACKFILL is a verb form of refill. REFILL means "to fill again".

In a sentence: "They backfill."

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

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Is BACKFILL a Scrabble word?: BACKFILL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 19 points.
What does BACKFILL mean?: BACKFILL is a verb form of refill. REFILL means "to fill again".
How do you use BACKFILL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They backfill."
How many points is BACKFILL worth in Scrabble?: BACKFILL is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BACKFILL?: BACKFILL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).