Word: LOO
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of LOO
- (used with at, upon or infinitive) To urge on with cries of loo or by other shouting or outcry.
- A cry to urge on hunting dogs.
- A meaningless chant or refrain.
- A trick-taking card game popular in 17th-century England, where each player is dealt three or five cards.
- The penalty paid to the pool in lanterloo for breaking certain rules or failing to take a trick.
- An act that prompts such a penalty.
- A game of lanterloo.
- To beat in the card game lanterloo.
- To pay a penalty to the pool for breaking certain rules or failing to take a trick in lanterloo.
- To pay any penalty to any community.
- A half-mask, particularly those velvet half-masks fashionable in the 17th century as a means of protecting women's complexion from the sun.
- A hot dust-bearing wind found in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and the Punjab.
- A lavatory: a room used for urination and defecation.
- A toilet: a fixture used for urination and defecation.
- Lieutenant.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "loo" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "loo", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 3 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 3 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LOO a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is LOO worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in LOO? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing LOO:
- # the loo effect
- # master of loo
- # playing with loo
- # in terms of loo
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