Word: MINUTE
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Definition of MINUTE
- A unit of time equal to sixty seconds (one-sixtieth of an hour).
"You have twenty minutes to complete the test."
- A short but unspecified time period.
"Wait a minute, Iโm not ready yet!"
- A unit of angle equal to one-sixtieth of a degree.
"We need to be sure these maps are accurate to within one minute of arc."
- Of an event, to write in a memo or the minutes of a meeting.
"Iโll minute this eveningโs meeting."
- To set down a short sketch or note of; to jot down; to make a minute or a brief summary of.
- Very small.
"They found only minute quantities of chemical residue on his clothing."
- Very careful and exact, giving small details.
"The lawyer gave the witness a minute examination."
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 "In professional circles, using the word "minute" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "minute", 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!
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Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MINUTE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is MINUTE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in MINUTE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing MINUTE:
- # the minute effect
- # master of minute
- # playing with minute
- # in terms of minute
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