Word: LOCUS
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Definition of LOCUS
- A place or locality, especially a centre of activity or the scene of a crime.
"The cafeteria was the locus of activity."
- The set of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation or condition.
"A circle is the locus of points from which the distance to the center is a given value, the radius."
- A fixed position on a chromosome that may be occupied by one or more genes.
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 "Please ensure you spell "locus" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "locus" can significantly improve your writing style."
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 | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LOCUS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is LOCUS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in LOCUS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing LOCUS:
- # the locus effect
- # master of locus
- # playing with locus
- # in terms of locus
Anagrams
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