Word: CLAVE
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of CLAVE
- To split or sever something with, or as if with, a sharp instrument.
"The wings cleaved the foggy air."
- To break a single crystal (such as a gemstone or semiconductor wafer) along one of its more symmetrical crystallographic planes (often by impact), forming facets on the resulting pieces.
- To make or accomplish by or as if by cutting.
"The truck cleaved a path through the ice."
- To cling, adhere or stick fast to something; used with to or unto.
- A characteristic pattern of beats, especially the 3-2 son clave.
- Singular of claves
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 "The referee verified that "clave" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "clave" to secure the victory."
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 | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CLAVE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is CLAVE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in CLAVE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CLAVE:
- # the clave effect
- # master of clave
- # playing with clave
- # in terms of clave
Sub-words
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