Word: DAMES
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Definition of DAMES
- Usually capitalized as Dame: a title equivalent to Sir for a female knight.
"Dame Edith Sitwell"
- A matron at a school, especially Eton College.
- In traditional pantomime: a melodramatic female often played by a man in drag.
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 "Understanding the exact meaning of "dames" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "dames" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
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Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DAMES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DAMES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DAMES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DAMES:
- # the dames effect
- # master of dames
- # playing with dames
- # in terms of dames
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