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BACKFIRE

19 pts

BACKFIRE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW (International). It scores 19 points. BACKFIRE means "(of a plan) fail to have the desired effect".

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

Extended Definitions

verb

  1. (of a plan) fail to have the desired effect

verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

(of a plan) fail to have the desired effect

Letter Values

B3
A1
C3
K5
F4
I1
R1
E1
= 19

BACKFIRE Scrabble FAQ

Is BACKFIRE a Scrabble word?
BACKFIRE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW (International). It scores 19 points.
How many points is BACKFIRE worth in Scrabble?
BACKFIRE is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
What does BACKFIRE mean?
BACKFIRE means "(of a plan) fail to have the desired effect".