Word: RUNOFF
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Definition of RUNOFF
- That portion of precipitation or irrigation on an area which does not infiltrate or evaporate, but instead is discharged from the area.
- Dissolved chemicals, etc, included in such water.
"The runoff of nitrates is poisoning the lake."
- A second or further round of an indecisive election, after other candidates (often all but the last two) have been eliminated.
"There will now be a runoff as neither front runner received more than 50% of the vote."
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 "Understanding the exact meaning of "runoff" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "runoff" in early literature."
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 | 12 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RUNOFF a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is RUNOFF worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in RUNOFF? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing RUNOFF:
- # the runoff effect
- # master of runoff
- # playing with runoff
- # in terms of runoff
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