Word: DEAF
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Definition of DEAF
- A deaf person.
- (with "the") Those who are deaf, taken as a group.
- To deafen.
- Unable to hear, or only partially able to hear.
- Unwilling to listen or be persuaded; determinedly inattentive; regardless.
"Those people are deaf to reason."
- Obscurely heard; stifled; deadened.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often originates from the Latin "de-", meaning "down, away, or opposite", indicating reversal or removal.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "deaf" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "deaf", surprising the rest of the board members."
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
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
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 | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEAF a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DEAF worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DEAF? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DEAF:
- # the deaf effect
- # master of deaf
- # playing with deaf
- # in terms of deaf
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