Word: DRAM
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Definition of DRAM
- The currency of Greece in ancient times and again from 1832 until 2001, with the symbol โฏ, since replaced by the euro.
- A coin worth one drachma.
- An Ancient Greek weight of about 66.5 grains, or 4.3 grams.
- A small unit of weight, variously:
- Any similarly minute quantity, a small amount of strong alcohol or poison.
"a dram of brandy"
- A cart formerly used to haul coal in coal mines.
- To drink drams.
- To ply with drams of drink.
- The currency of Armenia, divided into 100 luma.
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 "Please ensure you spell "dram" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "dram" can significantly improve your writing style."
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 | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DRAM a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DRAM worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DRAM? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DRAM:
- # the dram effect
- # master of dram
- # playing with dram
- # in terms of dram
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