Word: INTERLOCK
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of INTERLOCK
- A safety device that prevents activation in unsafe conditions.
"The demonstrator couldn't figure out why the machine wouldn't work, until he remembered that there was an interlock so it wouldn't operate with the cover open."
- To fit or clasp together securely.
- To interlace.
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
- โข "The referee verified that "interlock" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "interlock" to secure the victory."
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
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 | 15 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INTERLOCK a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is INTERLOCK worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in INTERLOCK? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing INTERLOCK:
- # the interlock effect
- # master of interlock
- # playing with interlock
- # in terms of interlock
Anagrams
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Sub-words
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Word Family
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