Word: BARRED
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Definition of BARRED
- To obstruct the passage of (someone or something).
"Our way was barred by a huge rockfall."
- To prohibit.
"I couldn't get into the nightclub because I had been barred."
- To lock or bolt with a bar.
"bar the door"
- Having bars; striped.
- Prevented, either by a physical barrier or by conditions.
"He is barred by term limits from running for a third term in office."
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 "barred", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "barred" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BARRED a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is BARRED worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in BARRED? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing BARRED:
- # the barred effect
- # master of barred
- # playing with barred
- # in terms of barred
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