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BACKUP

/ˈbækˌʌp/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective

B 3/4
A 1/1
C 3/4
K 5/5
U 1/2
P 3/4
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Definition of BACKUP

noun

A reserve or substitute.

"If the goalkeeper is injured, we have a backup."

noun

A copy of a file or record, stored separately from the original, that can be used to recover the original if it is destroyed or damaged.

"After the power failure, we had to restore the database from backup."

noun

An accumulation of material caused by a (partial) obstruction or (complete) blockage of the flow or movement of the material, or an accumulation of material that causes an overflow due to the flow being greater than the maximum possible flow.

"The accident caused a mile-long backup on the highway."

adjective

Standby, reserve or extra.

"I am only a backup player."

adjective

That is intended as a backup.

"Make a backup copy of that file."

adjective

Supporting, reinforcing; of or related to accompaniment

Synonyms of BACKUP

Words with similar meaning

line tailback reserve spare stand-in substitute extra standby backing

Examples of BACKUP in a Sentence

  • "If the goalkeeper is injured, we have a backup."
  • "After the power failure, we had to restore the database from backup."
  • "The accident caused a mile-long backup on the highway."
  • "I am only a backup player."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
20
points

Is BACKUP a Scrabble Word?

Yes, BACKUP is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: BACKUP uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BACKUP

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter backup Total
Scrabble 313513 16
WWF 414524 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in BACKUP

23 words from the letters in BACKUP

5-letter words

pucka 13/16 USUKWWF

4-letter words

back 12/14 USUKWWF pack 12/14 USUKWWF buck 12/15 USUKWWF puck 12/15 USUKWWF cauk 10/12 UK bapu 8/11 UK puca 8/11 UK

3-letter words

kab 9/10 USUKWWF cab 7/9 USUKWWF bap 7/9 USUKWWF cap 7/9 USUKWWF pac 7/9 USUKWWF cub 7/10 USUKWWF auk 7/8 USUKWWF pub 7/10 USUKWWF cup 7/10 USUKWWF

2-letter words

kb 8/9 UK ka 6/6 USUKWWF ab 4/5 USWWF ba 4/5 USUKWWF pa 4/5 USUKWWF up 4/6 USUKWWF

How to Use BACKUP in Word Games

BACKUP is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BACKUP is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BACKUP to find 23 additional valid words.

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Frequently Asked Questions About BACKUP

What does BACKUP mean?
BACKUP is a noun. A reserve or substitute.
Is BACKUP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BACKUP is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BACKUP worth in Scrabble?
BACKUP is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BACKUP?
You can make 23 words from the letters in BACKUP. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BACKUP?
Synonyms of BACKUP include: line, tailback, reserve, spare, stand-in, substitute. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.