Word: POLYPHONY
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Definition of POLYPHONY
- Musical texture consisting of several independent melodic voices, as opposed to music with just one voice (monophony) or music with one dominant melodic voice accompanied by chords (homophony).
- The quality of a text of being capable of being read in more than one way.
"the polyphony of a biblical passage"
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "polyphony", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "polyphony" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 22 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 22 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 23 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is POLYPHONY a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is POLYPHONY worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in POLYPHONY? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing POLYPHONY:
- # the polyphony effect
- # master of polyphony
- # playing with polyphony
- # in terms of polyphony
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