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RETRONYM
13 ptsRETRONYM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. RETRONYM means "a term coined to distinguish the original referent from a later development".
noun
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Definition and meaning
a term coined to distinguish the original referent from a later development
In a sentence: "The retronym is noted."
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Shorter words from these letters
Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in RETRONYM, without blank tiles.
Letter Values
R1
E1
T1
R1
O1
N1
Y4
M3
= 13
RETRONYM Scrabble FAQ
- Is RETRONYM a Scrabble word?
- RETRONYM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
- What does RETRONYM mean?
- a term coined to distinguish the original referent from a later development
- How do you use RETRONYM in a sentence?
- In a sentence: "The retronym is noted."
- How many points is RETRONYM worth in Scrabble?
- RETRONYM is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept RETRONYM?
- RETRONYM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).