Word: BASQUES
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of BASQUES
- The part of a waistcoat etc. extending below the waist.
- A woman's close-fitting bodice, underbodice, or corset having such a feature.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "basques" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "basques" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
Contains the letter "Q", one of the rarest and highest scoring tiles in Scrabble, carrying a base value of up to 10 points.
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 | 18 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BASQUES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is BASQUES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in BASQUES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing BASQUES:
- # the basques effect
- # master of basques
- # playing with basques
- # in terms of basques
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Hook Words
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Same Length Words (7 Letters)
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