Word: GORING
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Definition of GORING
- (of an animal) To pierce with the horn.
"The bull gored the matador."
- To pierce with anything pointed, such as a spear.
- To cut in a triangular form.
- To provide with a gore.
"to gore an apron"
- The act by which something is gored; a wound inflicted by a horn, usually the horn of a bull in the context of bullfighting
- A piece of cloth cut diagonally to increase its apparent width.
- Cut gradually sloping, so as to be broader at the clew than at the earing of a sail.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "goring" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "goring" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GORING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is GORING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in GORING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing GORING:
- # the goring effect
- # master of goring
- # playing with goring
- # in terms of goring
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