Word: DABBLING
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Definition of DABBLING
- To make slightly wet or soiled by spattering or sprinkling a liquid (such as water, mud, or paint) on it; to bedabble.
- To cause splashing by moving a body part like a bill or limb in soft mud, water, etc., often playfully; to play in shallow water; to paddle.
"The children sat on the dock and dabbled their feet in the water."
- To participate or have an interest in an activity in a casual or superficial way.
"Sheโs an actress by trade, but has been known to dabble in poetry."
- (gerund of dabble) An act in which something is dabbled in
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "dabbling", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "dabbling" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 19 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DABBLING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DABBLING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DABBLING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DABBLING:
- # the dabbling effect
- # master of dabbling
- # playing with dabbling
- # in terms of dabbling
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