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BACKSPIN

18 pts

BACKSPIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points. BACKSPIN means "a backward rotation".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a backward rotation

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

Word forms

Letter Values

B3
A1
C3
K5
S1
P3
I1
N1
= 18

BACKSPIN Scrabble FAQ

Is BACKSPIN a Scrabble word?
BACKSPIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points.
How many points is BACKSPIN worth in Scrabble?
BACKSPIN is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BACKSPIN?
BACKSPIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BACKSPIN?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BACKSPINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.