Word: PLANETS
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Definition of PLANETS
- Each of the seven major bodies which move relative to the fixed stars in the night skyโthe Moon, Mercury, Venus, the Sun, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn.
- A body which orbits the Sun directly and is massive enough to be in hydrostatic equilibrium (effectively meaning a spheroid) and to dominate its orbit; specifically, the eight major bodies of Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. (Pluto was considered a planet until 2006 and has now been reclassified as a dwarf planet.)
- A large body which directly orbits any star (or star cluster) but which has not attained nuclear fusion.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "planets" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "planets" 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
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 | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PLANETS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is PLANETS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in PLANETS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PLANETS:
- # the planets effect
- # master of planets
- # playing with planets
- # in terms of planets
Hook Words
Valid words formed by adding a letter to the start or end of PLANETS:
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Sub-words
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Same Length Words (7 Letters)
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