Word: PRIVATES
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Definition of PRIVATES
- A soldier of the lowest rank in the army.
- A doctor working in privately rather than publicly funded health care.
- (in the plural) The genitals.
- The genitalia; those body parts that are not normally displayed, private parts
"His privates were undamaged."
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 "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "privates" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "privates" conveys a high level of precision."
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 | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PRIVATES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is PRIVATES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in PRIVATES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PRIVATES:
- # the privates effect
- # master of privates
- # playing with privates
- # in terms of privates
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