Word: COATTAIL
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Definition of COATTAIL
- The flap at the back of a coat that hangs down, sometimes below the waist.
- (usually in the plural) Success of a figure, organization or movement that transfers to those who associate with it.
- To ride the coattails of.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
May trace back to the Latin prefix "com-" or "con-", meaning "together, with, or jointly".
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "coattail" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "coattail", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
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 | 12 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is COATTAIL a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is COATTAIL worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in COATTAIL? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing COATTAIL:
- # the coattail effect
- # master of coattail
- # playing with coattail
- # in terms of coattail
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of COATTAIL:
Word Family
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Same Length Words (8 Letters)
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