Word: PROXY
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of PROXY
- An agent or substitute authorized to act for another person.
- The authority to act for another, especially when written.
- The written appointment of a proctor in suits in the ecclesiastical courts.
- To serve as a proxy for.
- To function as a server for a client device, but pass on the requests to another server for service.
- Used as a proxy or acting as a proxy.
"a proxy indicator"
- A proximity mine; a mine that explodes when something approaches within a certain distance.
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 "Understanding the exact meaning of "proxy" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "proxy" in early literature."
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
Keep this word in mind when holding the high-scoring tiles. Landing the premium consonant on a Double/Triple Letter score increases efficiency.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PROXY a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is PROXY worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in PROXY? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PROXY:
- # the proxy effect
- # master of proxy
- # playing with proxy
- # in terms of proxy
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