Word: MILLSTONE
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Definition of MILLSTONE
- A large round stone used for grinding grain.
- A coarse-grained sandstone used for making such stones; millstone grit.
- Often in a millstone round one's neck (referring to Matthew 18:6 in the Bible): a heavy responsibility that is difficult to bear.
"Paying the mortgage every month is a millstone round their necks."
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 "Understanding the exact meaning of "millstone" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "millstone" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
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 | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MILLSTONE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
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How many syllables are in MILLSTONE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing MILLSTONE:
- # the millstone effect
- # master of millstone
- # playing with millstone
- # in terms of millstone
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