Word: SAVE
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of SAVE
- In various sports, a block that prevents an opponent from scoring.
"The goaltender made a great save."
- When a relief pitcher comes into a game leading by 3 points (runs) or less, and his team wins while continually being ahead.
"Jones retired seven to earn the save."
- A point in a professional wrestling match when one or more wrestlers run to the ring to aid a fellow wrestler who is being beaten.
"The giant wrestler continued to beat down his smaller opponent, until several wrestlers ran in for the save."
- To prevent harm or difficulty.
- To put aside, to avoid.
- Except; with the exception of.
- Unless; except
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 "save" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "save" 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
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 | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SAVE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SAVE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SAVE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SAVE:
- # the save effect
- # master of save
- # playing with save
- # in terms of save
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