Word: DERAILING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of DERAILING
- To cause to come off the tracks.
"The train was destroyed when it was derailed by the penny."
- To come off the tracks.
- To deviate from the previous course or direction.
"The conversation derailed once James brought up politics."
- The act by which something is derailed.
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 "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "derailing" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "derailing" conveys a high level of precision."
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 | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DERAILING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DERAILING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DERAILING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DERAILING:
- # the derailing effect
- # master of derailing
- # playing with derailing
- # in terms of derailing
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