Word: IDES
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Definition of IDES
- (often capitalized) The notional full-moon day of a Roman month, occurring on the 15th day of the four original 31-day months (March, May, Quintilis or July, and October) and on the 13th day of all other months.
"The third day before the ides of March is March 13th; the third ides of August is August 11th; and the third of the ides of November is November 11th."
- A freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae, found across northern Europe and Asia, especially Leuciscus idus.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "ides" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "ides" conveys a high level of precision."
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 | 5 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 5 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 5 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is IDES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is IDES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in IDES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing IDES:
- # the ides effect
- # master of ides
- # playing with ides
- # in terms of ides
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