Word: COLLIMATE
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of COLLIMATE
- To focus into a narrow beam or column; to adjust a focusing device so that it produces a narrow beam.
"I need to collimate my telescope so that the images are clearer."
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 "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "collimate" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "collimate" conveys a high level of precision."
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 | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is COLLIMATE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is COLLIMATE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in COLLIMATE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing COLLIMATE:
- # the collimate effect
- # master of collimate
- # playing with collimate
- # in terms of collimate
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Same Length Words (9 Letters)
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