Word: METHYLATE
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of METHYLATE
- The anion -O-CH3- derived from methanol by loss of a proton; any salt containing this anion
- To add, or treat with methyl alcohol (see methylated spirits)
- To add a methyl group to a compound
- To add a methyl group to a nucleic acid as part of the process of gene expression
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "methylate" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "methylate" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
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
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is METHYLATE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is METHYLATE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in METHYLATE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing METHYLATE:
- # the methylate effect
- # master of methylate
- # playing with methylate
- # in terms of methylate
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