Word: MEWS
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Definition of MEWS
- An alley where there are stables; a narrow passage; a confined place.
- A place where birds of prey are housed.
- A gull, seagull.
- A prison, or other place of confinement.
- A hiding place; a secret store or den.
- A breeding-cage for birds.
- The crying sound of a cat; a meow, especially of a kitten.
- The crying sound of a gull.
- An exclamation of disapproval; a boo.
- To shut away, confine, lock up.
- (of a bird) To moult.
"The hawk mewed his feathers."
- (of a bird) To cause to moult.
- (of a cat, especially of a kitten) To meow.
- To flatten the tongue against the roof of the mouth for supposed health benefits.
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 "In professional circles, using the word "mews" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "mews", surprising the rest of the board members."
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 | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MEWS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is MEWS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in MEWS? โผ
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