How many points is TOUCHBACKS worth in Scrabble?

TOUCHBACKS is worth 23 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept TOUCHBACKS?

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

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TOUCHBACKS

23 pts

TOUCHBACKS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 23 points. TOUCHBACKS is a noun form of touchback. TOUCHBACK means "play in which the ball is put down by a player behind their own goal line when the ball has been put across the goal line by an opponent".

Meaning & examples

noun

The result of a play (usually a kickoff or punt) in which the ball passes out the back of the end zone or a team otherwise gains possession of the ball in their own end zone.
Example: The ball sailed into the end zone for a touchback and the Eagles had possession on the 20-yard line. https//web.archive.org/web/20060111202354/http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/gameday/postGameArchive.jsp?id=16746

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

TOUCHBACKS is a noun form of touchback. TOUCHBACK means "play in which the ball is put down by a player behind their own goal line when the ball has been put across the goal line by an opponent".

In a sentence: "The touchbacks is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of TOUCHBACKS. It scores 23 points.

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TOUCHBACKS Scrabble FAQ

Is TOUCHBACKS a Scrabble word?: TOUCHBACKS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 23 points.
What does TOUCHBACKS mean?: TOUCHBACKS is a noun form of touchback. TOUCHBACK means "play in which the ball is put down by a player behind their own goal line when the ball has been put across the goal line by an opponent".
How do you use TOUCHBACKS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The touchbacks is noted."
How many points is TOUCHBACKS worth in Scrabble?: TOUCHBACKS is worth 23 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TOUCHBACKS?: TOUCHBACKS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).