How many points is BACKSWORD worth in Scrabble?

BACKSWORD is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BACKSWORD?

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

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BACKSWORDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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21 pts

BACKSWORD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points. BACKSWORD means "broad-bladed sword".

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

broad-bladed sword

In a sentence: "The backsword is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of BACKSWORD. It scores 21 points.

Add one letter after BACKSWORD. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in BACKSWORD, without blank tiles.

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Is BACKSWORD a Scrabble word?: BACKSWORD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points.
What does BACKSWORD mean?: broad-bladed sword
How do you use BACKSWORD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The backsword is noted."
How many points is BACKSWORD worth in Scrabble?: BACKSWORD is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BACKSWORD?: BACKSWORD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BACKSWORD?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BACKSWORDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.