Word: DICKY
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Definition of DICKY
- A louse.
- Dicky dirt = a shirt, meaning a shirt with a collar.
- A detachable shirt front, collar or bib.
- Doubtful, troublesome; in poor condition
"He had a dicky heart."
- Like a dick, foolish or obnoxious
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 "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "dicky" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "dicky" conveys a high level of precision."
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 | 15 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DICKY a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DICKY worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DICKY? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DICKY:
- # the dicky effect
- # master of dicky
- # playing with dicky
- # in terms of dicky
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