How many points is BACKSCATTERS worth in Scrabble?

BACKSCATTERS is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BACKSCATTERS?

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

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BACKSCATTERS

22 pts

BACKSCATTERS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 22 points. BACKSCATTERS is a noun form of backscatter. BACKSCATTER means "the deflection of radiation or particles by scattering through angles greater than 90 degrees with reference to the original direction of travel".

Meaning & examples

noun

The deflection of particles and/or radiation through angles greater than 90 degrees to the original direction of travel.
The particles and/or radiation deflected in this manner.
A portion of the energy of electromagnetic radiation such as a laser or radio waves that is scattered back in the direction of the source of radiation by an obscurant.

verb

To scatter particles and/or radiation back to the direction from which they come.

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noun

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Definition and meaning

BACKSCATTERS is a noun form of backscatter. BACKSCATTER means "the deflection of radiation or particles by scattering through angles greater than 90 degrees with reference to the original direction of travel".

In a sentence: "The backscatters is noted."

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BACKSCATTER21 pts

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BACKSCATTERS Scrabble FAQ

Is BACKSCATTERS a Scrabble word?: BACKSCATTERS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 22 points.
What does BACKSCATTERS mean?: BACKSCATTERS is a noun form of backscatter. BACKSCATTER means "the deflection of radiation or particles by scattering through angles greater than 90 degrees with reference to the original direction of travel".
How do you use BACKSCATTERS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The backscatters is noted."
How many points is BACKSCATTERS worth in Scrabble?: BACKSCATTERS is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BACKSCATTERS?: BACKSCATTERS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).