Word: LIMES
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Definition of LIMES
- A boundary or border, especially of the Roman Empire.
- Any inorganic material containing calcium, usually calcium oxide (quicklime) or calcium hydroxide (slaked lime).
- Any gluey or adhesive substance; something which traps or captures someone; sometimes a synonym for birdlime.
- A deciduous tree of the genus Tilia, especially Tilia ร europaea; the linden tree, or its wood.
- Any of several green citrus fruit, somewhat smaller and sharper-tasting than a lemon.
- Any of the trees that bear limes, especially Key lime, Citrus aurantiifolia.
- A brilliant, sometimes yellowish, green colour associated with the fruits of a lime tree.
- A leash.
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 "limes" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "limes" 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 | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LIMES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is LIMES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in LIMES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing LIMES:
- # the limes effect
- # master of limes
- # playing with limes
- # in terms of limes
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