Word: LAYUP
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Definition of LAYUP
- A close-range shot in which the shooter banks the ball off the backboard from a few feet away.
- A relatively easy task.
"Meeting the numbers will be a layup, if not a slam dunk."
- The state of being laid up.
"The ship endured an interminable layup in the harbor lasting nearly a month."
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 "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "layup" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "layup" 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
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LAYUP a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is LAYUP worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in LAYUP? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing LAYUP:
- # the layup effect
- # master of layup
- # playing with layup
- # in terms of layup
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