Word: CONTAINING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of CONTAINING
- To hold inside.
- To include as a part.
- To put constraint upon; to restrain; to confine; to keep within bounds.
"I'm so excited, I can hardly contain myself!"
- (in the plural) contents
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 "She described the concept as somewhat "containing", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "containing" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
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 | 18 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CONTAINING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is CONTAINING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in CONTAINING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CONTAINING:
- # the containing effect
- # master of containing
- # playing with containing
- # in terms of containing
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