BACKBONES

9 letters 19 Scrabble points

Definition of BACKBONES

noun
  1. The series of vertebrae, separated by disks, that encloses and protects the spinal cord, and runs down the middle of the back in vertebrate animals.

  2. Any fundamental support, structure, or infrastructure.

    "Before automobiles, railroads were a backbone of commerce."

  3. Courage, fortitude, or strength.

    "He would make a good manager, if he had a little more backbone."

Source: Wiktionary

Word Details

Letters B A C K B O N E S
Length 9 letters
Scrabble Score 19 points