Word: SELECT
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of SELECT
- To choose one or more elements of a set, especially a set of options.
"He looked over the menu, and selected the roast beef."
- To obtain a set of data from a database using a query.
- Privileged, specially selected.
"Only a select few were allowed into the premiere."
- Of high quality; top-notch.
"This is a select cut of beef."
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 "She described the concept as somewhat "select", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "select" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
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
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 | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SELECT a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SELECT worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SELECT? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SELECT:
- # the select effect
- # master of select
- # playing with select
- # in terms of select
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of SELECT:
Word Family
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Same Length Words (6 Letters)
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Words Starting with S
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