Word: HOMICIDE
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Definition of HOMICIDE
- The killing of one person by another, whether premeditated or unintentional.
- A person who kills another.
- (police jargon) A victim of homicide; a person who has been unlawfully killed by someone else.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
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- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "homicide" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
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 | 17 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HOMICIDE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is HOMICIDE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in HOMICIDE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing HOMICIDE:
- # the homicide effect
- # master of homicide
- # playing with homicide
- # in terms of homicide
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