Word: BUY
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Definition of BUY
- Something which is bought; a purchase.
"At only $30, the second-hand kitchen table was a great buy."
- To obtain (something) in exchange for money or goods
"I'm going to buy my father something nice for his birthday."
- To obtain by some sacrifice.
"I've bought material comfort by foregoing my dreams."
- To bribe.
"He tried to buy me with gifts, but I wouldn't give up my beliefs."
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 "Understanding the exact meaning of "buy" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "buy" in early literature."
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
Excellent for parallel plays! Slide this short word alongside existing board words to trigger multiple intersections in a single turn.
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 | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BUY a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is BUY worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in BUY? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
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- # in terms of buy
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