Word: EAR
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Definition of EAR
- The organ of hearing, consisting of the pinna, auditory canal, eardrum, malleus, incus, stapes and cochlea.
- The external part of the organ of hearing, the auricle.
- A police informant.
- To take in with the ears; to hear.
- To hold by the ears.
- The fruiting body of a grain plant.
"He is in the fields, harvesting ears of corn."
- To put forth ears in growing; to form ears, as grain does.
"This corn ears well."
- To plough.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "ear", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "ear" 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
Excellent for parallel plays! Slide this short word alongside existing board words to trigger multiple intersections in a single turn.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 3 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 3 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 3 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EAR a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is EAR worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in EAR? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing EAR:
- # the ear effect
- # master of ear
- # playing with ear
- # in terms of ear
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