Word: GAP
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Definition of GAP
- An opening in anything made by breaking or parting.
"He made a gap in the fence by kicking at a weak spot."
- An opening allowing passage or entrance.
"We can slip through that gap between the buildings."
- An opening that implies a breach or defect.
"There is a gap between the roof and the gutter."
- To notch, as a sword or knife.
- To make an opening in; to breach.
- To check the size of a gap.
"I gapped all the spark plugs in my car, but then realized I had used the wrong manual and had made them too small."
- An elected head of a gewog in Bhutan.
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 "Please ensure you spell "gap" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "gap" 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
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 | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GAP a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is GAP worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in GAP? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing GAP:
- # the gap effect
- # master of gap
- # playing with gap
- # in terms of gap
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