Word: AMBO
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Definition of AMBO
- A raised platform in an early Christian church, as well as in the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and Eastern Catholic churches.
"1918, โIt will get better somehow,โ he thought, and went to the ambo. On going up the steps and turning to the right he saw the priest. โ Leo Tolstoy, Anna Karenina, tr. Louise & Aylmer Maude (Oxford 1998, page 438)"
- A stationary podium used for readings and homilies.
- An ambulance driver.
- An ambulance.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "ambo", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "ambo" 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 | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AMBO a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is AMBO worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in AMBO? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing AMBO:
- # the ambo effect
- # master of ambo
- # playing with ambo
- # in terms of ambo
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