Word: SLIVER
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Definition of SLIVER
- A long piece cut or rent off; a sharp, slender fragment; a splinter.
- A strand, or slender roll, of cotton or other fiber in a loose, untwisted state, produced by a carding machine and ready for the roving or slubbing which precedes spinning.
- Bait made of pieces of small fish. Compare kibblings.
- To cut or divide into long, thin pieces, or into very small pieces; to cut or rend lengthwise; to slit.
"to sliver wood"
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 "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "sliver" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "sliver" conveys a high level of precision."
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
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Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SLIVER a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SLIVER worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SLIVER? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SLIVER:
- # the sliver effect
- # master of sliver
- # playing with sliver
- # in terms of sliver
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