Word: SCUPPER
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of SCUPPER
- A drainage hole on the deck of a ship.
- A similar opening in a wall or parapet that allows water to drain from a roof.
- Thwart or destroy, especially something belonging or pertaining to another; compare scuttle.
"The bad media coverage scuppered his chances of being elected."
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 "scupper", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "scupper" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
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 | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SCUPPER a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SCUPPER worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SCUPPER? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SCUPPER:
- # the scupper effect
- # master of scupper
- # playing with scupper
- # in terms of scupper
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of SCUPPER:
Word Family
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Same Length Words (7 Letters)
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