Is “Boffins” a Scrabble word?
Yes
BOFFINS
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary
Valid in these dictionaries
SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Large English Dictionary
General English word list
Meaning of Boffins
noun
1.An engineer or scientist, especially one engaged in technological or military research.
2.(by extension) A person with specialized knowledge or skills, especially one who is socially awkward; (in a weaker sense) an intellectual; a smart person.
Synonyms: backroom boy, brain, brainiac, egghead