Word: AMPLEXUS
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Definition of AMPLEXUS
- A form of pseudocopulation, found chiefly in amphibians and horseshoe crabs, in which a male grasps a female with his front legs as part of the mating process.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "amplexus" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "amplexus" conveys a high level of precision."
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
Keep this word in mind when holding the high-scoring tiles. Landing the premium consonant on a Double/Triple Letter score increases efficiency.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 19 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 19 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 23 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AMPLEXUS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is AMPLEXUS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in AMPLEXUS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing AMPLEXUS:
- # the amplexus effect
- # master of amplexus
- # playing with amplexus
- # in terms of amplexus
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