Word: ESCAPEMENT
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Definition of ESCAPEMENT
- The contrivance in a timepiece (winding wristwatch) which connects the train of wheel work with the pendulum or balance, giving to the latter the impulse by which it is kept in vibration.
- A mechanism found in devices such as a typewriter or printer which controls lateral motion of the carriage.
- An escape or means of escape.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Likely derived from Middle English via Old French, utilizing the Latin noun-forming suffix "-mentum" denoting result or instrument.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "escapement" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "escapement" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ESCAPEMENT a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is ESCAPEMENT worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in ESCAPEMENT? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing ESCAPEMENT:
- # the escapement effect
- # master of escapement
- # playing with escapement
- # in terms of escapement
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