Word: LIMBER
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Definition of LIMBER
- To cause to become limber; to make flexible or pliant.
- Flexible, pliant, bendable.
"He's so limber that he can kiss his knee without bending it."
- A two-wheeled vehicle to which a wheeled artillery piece or caisson may be attached for transport.
- (in the plural) The shafts or thills of a wagon or carriage.
- (in the plural) Gutters or conduits on each side of the keelson to allow water to pass to the pump well.
- To prepare an artillery piece for transportation (i.e., to attach it to its limber.)
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 "limber" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "limber" 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 | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LIMBER a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is LIMBER worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in LIMBER? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing LIMBER:
- # the limber effect
- # master of limber
- # playing with limber
- # in terms of limber
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