Word: BINDS
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of BINDS
- That which binds or ties.
- A troublesome situation; a problem; a predicament or quandary.
- Any twining or climbing plant or stem, especially a hop vine; a bine.
- To tie; to confine by any ligature.
- To cohere or stick together in a mass.
"Just to make the cheese more binding"
- To be restrained from motion, or from customary or natural action, as by friction.
"I wish I knew why the sewing machine binds up after I use it for a while."
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 "Please ensure you spell "binds" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "binds" can significantly improve your writing style."
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 BINDS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is BINDS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in BINDS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing BINDS:
- # the binds effect
- # master of binds
- # playing with binds
- # in terms of binds
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