Word: SKIVING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of SKIVING
- To avoid one's lessons or work (chiefly at school or university); shirk.
- To pare or shave off the rough or thick parts of.
- A piece made in skiving (the paring or splitting of leather), especially the part from the inner, or flesh, side.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "skiving" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "skiving" can significantly improve your writing style."
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 | 15 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SKIVING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SKIVING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SKIVING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SKIVING:
- # the skiving effect
- # master of skiving
- # playing with skiving
- # in terms of skiving
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