Word: JAY
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Definition of JAY
- Any one of the numerous species of birds belonging to several genera within the family Corvidae, including Garrulus, Cyanocitta, Aphelocoma, Perisoreus, Cyanocorax, Gymnorhinus, Cyanolyca, Ptilostomus, and Calocitta, allied to the crows, but smaller, more graceful in form, often handsomely coloured, usually having a crest, and often noisy.
- Other birds of similar appearance and behaviour.
- Any of various large papilionid butterflies of the genus Graphium.
- The name of the Latin-script letter J.
- A marijuana cigarette; a joint.
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 "The referee verified that "jay" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "jay" 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
Excellent for parallel plays! Slide this short word alongside existing board words to trigger multiple intersections in a single turn.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is JAY a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is JAY worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in JAY? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
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- # the jay effect
- # master of jay
- # playing with jay
- # in terms of jay
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