Word: ELIDE
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of ELIDE
- To leave out or omit (something).
- To cut off, as a vowel or a syllable.
- To conflate; to smear together; to blur the distinction between.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "elide" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "elide" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
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 | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ELIDE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is ELIDE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in ELIDE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing ELIDE:
- # the elide effect
- # master of elide
- # playing with elide
- # in terms of elide
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of ELIDE:
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