Word: SCRIMSHAW
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of SCRIMSHAW
- The manufacture of handicrafts by sailors on long voyages, especially as whittled from wood or bone.
- An item produced by scrimshaw.
- To make an item of scrimshaw.
- To engrave fanciful designs on (shells, whales' teeth, etc.).
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "scrimshaw" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "scrimshaw" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 19 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 19 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SCRIMSHAW a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SCRIMSHAW worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SCRIMSHAW? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SCRIMSHAW:
- # the scrimshaw effect
- # master of scrimshaw
- # playing with scrimshaw
- # in terms of scrimshaw
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