Word: BEHIND
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Definition of BEHIND
- The rear, back-end
- Butt, the buttocks, bottom
- A one-point score.
- At the back part; in the rear.
- Toward the back part or rear; backward.
"to look behind"
- Overdue, in arrears.
"I'm two weeks behind in my schedule."
- At the back of; positioned with something else in front of.
"The car is behind the wall."
- To the back of.
- After, time- or motion-wise.
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 "behind", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "behind" 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 | 12 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BEHIND a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is BEHIND worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in BEHIND? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing BEHIND:
- # the behind effect
- # master of behind
- # playing with behind
- # in terms of behind
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