Word: CANTING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of CANTING
- To speak with the jargon of a class or subgroup.
- To speak in set phrases.
- To preach in a singsong fashion, especially in a false or empty manner.
- To set (something) at an angle.
"to cant a cask; to cant a ship"
- To give a sudden turn or new direction to.
"to cant round a stick of timber; to cant a football"
- To bevel an edge or corner.
- To divide or parcel out.
- A pen-like tool used to apply liquid wax in the batik process.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "canting" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "canting" can significantly improve your writing style."
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
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CANTING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is CANTING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in CANTING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CANTING:
- # the canting effect
- # master of canting
- # playing with canting
- # in terms of canting
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