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RETRONYM

13 pts

RETRONYM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL (US). It scores 13 points. RETRONYM means "a term coined to distinguish the original referent from a later development".

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Extended Definitions

noun

  1. a term coined to distinguish the original referent from a later development

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a term coined to distinguish the original referent from a later development

Word Forms

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 NWL (US). It scores 13 points.
How many points is RETRONYM worth in Scrabble?
RETRONYM is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
What does RETRONYM mean?
RETRONYM means "a term coined to distinguish the original referent from a later development".