How many points is HOLDBACK worth in Scrabble?

HOLDBACK is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HOLDBACK?

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

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

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HOLDBACK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. HOLDBACK means "part of a horse harness".

Restraint (act or result of holding back, device that restrains)
The projection or loop, on the thill of a vehicle, to which a strap of the harness is attached, to hold back a carriage when going downhill, or in backing.
The strap or part of the harness so used.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

part of a horse harness

In a sentence: "The holdback is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of HOLDBACK. It scores 20 points.

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Is HOLDBACK a Scrabble word?: HOLDBACK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does HOLDBACK mean?: part of a horse harness
How do you use HOLDBACK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The holdback is noted."
How many points is HOLDBACK worth in Scrabble?: HOLDBACK is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HOLDBACK?: HOLDBACK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HOLDBACK?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HOLDBACKS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.