How many points is HORSEBACK worth in Scrabble?

HORSEBACK is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HORSEBACK?

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

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

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20 pts

HORSEBACK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. HORSEBACK means "horse's back".

/ˈhɔːsˌbæk/

Pronunciation: /ˈhɔɹsˌbæk/

Synonyms: esker

Synonyms: ahorse, ahorseback, on horseback

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

horse's back

In a sentence: "The horseback is noted."

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

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