Word: SLINGSHOTS
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Definition of SLINGSHOTS
- A Y-shaped stick with an elastic sling between the arms used for shooting small projectiles.
- A stationary, often triangular object that launches any ball that hits its longest side back at a high force, now usually located above the flipper and between it and the inlane, with one each for both lower flippers.
- To move or cause to move in a manner resembling a projectile shot from a slingshot.
- (especially) To use the gravity of a moving planet to add momentum to a spacecraft.
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 "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "slingshots" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "slingshots" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
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 | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SLINGSHOTS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SLINGSHOTS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SLINGSHOTS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SLINGSHOTS:
- # the slingshots effect
- # master of slingshots
- # playing with slingshots
- # in terms of slingshots
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