Word: SHIELD
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Definition of SHIELD
- Anything that protects or defends; defense; shelter; protection.
- A shape like that of a shield; usually, an inverted triangle with sides that curve inward to form a pointed bottom, commonly used for police identifications and company logos.
- A large expanse of exposed stable Precambrian rock.
- To protect, to defend.
- To protect from the influence of
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "shield" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "shield" can significantly improve your writing style."
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 | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SHIELD a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SHIELD worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SHIELD? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SHIELD:
- # the shield effect
- # master of shield
- # playing with shield
- # in terms of shield
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of SHIELD:
Word Family
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