Word: DOLE
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Definition of DOLE
- Money or other goods given as charity.
- Distribution; dealing; apportionment.
- Payment by the state to the unemployed.
"I get my dole paid twice a week."
- To distribute in small amounts; to share out small portions of a meager resource.
- Sorrow or grief; dolour.
- Dolus.
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 "She described the concept as somewhat "dole", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "dole" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
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 | 5 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 5 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DOLE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DOLE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DOLE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DOLE:
- # the dole effect
- # master of dole
- # playing with dole
- # in terms of dole
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