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RETRACES

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb

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Definition of RETRACES

noun

The period when the beam of the cathode-ray tube returns to its initial horizontal position in order to start the next line of the display.

verb

To trace (a line, etc. in drawing) again.

verb

To go back over something, usually in an attempt of rediscovery.

"He retraced his steps, and found his keys where he had dropped them."

Examples of RETRACES in a Sentence

  • "He retraced his steps, and found his keys where he had dropped them."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
11
points

Is RETRACES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

Tip: RETRACES uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for RETRACES

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

Letter retraces Total
Scrabble 11111311 10
WWF 11111411 11

Anagrams of RETRACES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in RETRACES

100 words from the letters in RETRACES

How to Use RETRACES in Word Games

RETRACES is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RETRACES to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RETRACES

What does RETRACES mean?
RETRACES is a noun. The period when the beam of the cathode-ray tube returns to its initial horizontal position in order to start the next line of the display.
Is RETRACES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RETRACES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RETRACES worth in Scrabble?
RETRACES is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from RETRACES?
You can make 100 words from the letters in RETRACES. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of RETRACES?
The anagrams of RETRACES (words using the exact same letters) are: CATERERS, RECASTER, RECRATES, TERRACES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.