Word: OBEAH
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Definition of OBEAH
- A form of folk magic, medicine or witchcraft originating in Africa and practised in parts of the Caribbean.
- A magician or witch doctor of the magic craft.
- A spell performed in the practice of the magic craft; an item associated with such a spell.
- To bewitch using this kind of folk magic.
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 "Please ensure you spell "obeah" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "obeah" can significantly improve your writing style."
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 | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is OBEAH a valid Scrabble word? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing OBEAH:
- # the obeah effect
- # master of obeah
- # playing with obeah
- # in terms of obeah
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