Word: ALMS
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Definition of ALMS
- Something given to the poor as charity, such as money, clothing or food.
"Alms are distributed from the weekly collection for the purpose."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "alms", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "alms" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ALMS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is ALMS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in ALMS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing ALMS:
- # the alms effect
- # master of alms
- # playing with alms
- # in terms of alms
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Same Length Words (4 Letters)
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