Word: DEGREE
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Definition of DEGREE
- A stage of proficiency or qualification in a course of study, now especially an award bestowed by a university or, in some countries, a college, as a certification of academic achievement. (In the United States, can include secondary schools.)
"She has two bachelor's degrees and is studying towards a master's degree."
- A unit of measurement of angle equal to 1/360 of a circle's circumference.
"A right angle is a ninety-degree angle."
- A unit of measurement of temperature on any of several scales, such as Celsius or Fahrenheit.
"180 degrees Fahrenheit is equivalent to 100 degrees Celsius."
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 "The referee verified that "degree" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "degree" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
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 | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEGREE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DEGREE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DEGREE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DEGREE:
- # the degree effect
- # master of degree
- # playing with degree
- # in terms of degree
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