How many points is TAILBACKS worth in Scrabble?

TAILBACKS is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept TAILBACKS?

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

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TAILBACKS

17 pts

TAILBACKS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. TAILBACKS is a noun form of tailback. TAILBACK means "queue of traffic stretching back from an obstruction".

Meaning & examples

noun

A line of motor vehicles causing or the result of traffic congestion or a traffic jam; backup.
A running back or halfback who lines up furthest to the rear in an I formation.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

TAILBACKS is a noun form of tailback. TAILBACK means "queue of traffic stretching back from an obstruction".

In a sentence: "The tailbacks is noted."

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TAILBACK16 pts

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Letter Values

= 17

TAILBACKS Scrabble FAQ

Is TAILBACKS a Scrabble word?: TAILBACKS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does TAILBACKS mean?: TAILBACKS is a noun form of tailback. TAILBACK means "queue of traffic stretching back from an obstruction".
How do you use TAILBACKS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The tailbacks is noted."
How many points is TAILBACKS worth in Scrabble?: TAILBACKS is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TAILBACKS?: TAILBACKS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).