Word: SELECTION
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Definition of SELECTION
- A process by which heritable traits conferring survival and reproductive advantage to individuals, or related individuals, tend to be passed on to succeeding generations and become more frequent in a population, whereas other less favourable traits tend to become eliminated; the differential survival and reproduction of phenotypes.
- The process or act of selecting.
"The large number of good candidates made selection difficult."
- Something selected.
"My final selection was a 1934 Chateau Lafitte."
- A variety of items taken from a larger collection.
"I've brought a selection of fine cheeses to go with your wine."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often formed by appending the Latin suffix "-tio" (yielding "-tion"), creating a noun of action or state from a verb stem.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "selection" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "selection" can significantly improve your writing style."
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 | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SELECTION a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SELECTION worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SELECTION? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SELECTION:
- # the selection effect
- # master of selection
- # playing with selection
- # in terms of selection
Sub-words
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