Word: EXCURSION
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Definition of EXCURSION
- A brief recreational trip; a journey out of the usual way.
"While driving home I took an excursion and saw some deer."
- A wandering from the main subject: a digression.
- A deviation in pitch, for example in the syllables of enthusiastic speech.
- To go on a recreational trip or excursion.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often formed by appending the Latin suffix "-tio" (yielding "-tion"), creating a noun of action or state from a verb stem.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "excursion" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "excursion" 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
Keep this word in mind when holding the high-scoring tiles. Landing the premium consonant on a Double/Triple Letter score increases efficiency.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 21 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EXCURSION a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is EXCURSION worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in EXCURSION? โผ
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Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing EXCURSION:
- # the excursion effect
- # master of excursion
- # playing with excursion
- # in terms of excursion
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