Word: RATOON
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Definition of RATOON
- A shoot sprouting from the root of a cropped plant, especially sugar cane.
- A rattan cane.
- (of a plant) To sprout ratoons.
- To cut a plant, especially sugar cane, so that it will produce ratoons.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "ratoon", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "ratoon" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
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 | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RATOON a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is RATOON worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in RATOON? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing RATOON:
- # the ratoon effect
- # master of ratoon
- # playing with ratoon
- # in terms of ratoon
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