Word: HIDE
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Definition of HIDE
- To put (something) in a place where it will be harder to discover or out of sight.
"He hides his magazines under the bed."
- To put oneself in a place where one will be harder to find or out of sight.
- The skin of an animal.
- The human skin.
- (usually United States) One's own life or personal safety, especially when in peril.
- To beat with a whip made from hide.
- A unit of land and tax assessment of varying size, originally as intended to support one household with dependents.
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 "Please ensure you spell "hide" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "hide" 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
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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 | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HIDE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
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How many syllables are in HIDE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing HIDE:
- # the hide effect
- # master of hide
- # playing with hide
- # in terms of hide
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