Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Backbones.
Backbones - as a noun
A central cohesive source of support and stability
Example: "Faith is his anchor"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anchor11keystone15linchpin15lynchpin18mainstay13Fortitude and determination
Example: "He didn't have the guts to try it"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grit5gumption13guts5moxie14sand5The series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord
Example: "The fall broke his back"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
back12rachis11spinal columnspine7vertebral columnHypernyms (Closely Related)
skeletal structureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The part of a book's cover that encloses the inner side of the book's pages and that faces outward when the book is shelved
Example: "The title and author were printed on the spine of the book"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
spine7The part of a network that connects other networks together
Example: "The backbone is the part of a communication network that carries the heaviest traffic"
Example Sentences
"Spiders have exoskeletons that serve as their backbones."
"Hard work and determination are the backbones of success."
"He trained hard to strengthen his backbones for the weightlifting competition."
Word Game Points
Is BACKBONES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backbones is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BACKBONES has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is BACKBONES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backbones is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBACKBONES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is BACKBONES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backbones is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBACKBONES has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.
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