Word: CUCKOO
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Definition of CUCKOO
- The two-note sound made by the cuckoo.
- A Barbadian food made from mashed okra and cornmeal.
- Any of various birds, of the family Cuculidae, famous for laying its eggs in the nests of other species; but especially the common cuckoo, Cuculus canorus, that has a characteristic two-note call.
- The sound of that particular bird.
- The bird-shaped figure found in cuckoo clocks.
- To make the call of a cuckoo.
- To repeat something incessantly.
- Crazy; not sane.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "cuckoo" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "cuckoo" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
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Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
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