Word: SQUINT
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Definition of SQUINT
- An expression in which the eyes are partly closed.
- The look of eyes which are turned in different directions, as in strabismus.
"He looks handsome although he's got a slight squint."
- A quick or sideways glance.
- To look with the eyes partly closed, as in bright sunlight, or as a threatening expression.
"The children squinted to frighten each other."
- To look or glance sideways.
- To look with, or have eyes that are turned in different directions; to suffer from strabismus.
- Looking obliquely; having the vision distorted.
- Askew, not level
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 "In professional circles, using the word "squint" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "squint", surprising the rest of the board members."
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
Keep this word in mind when holding the high-scoring tiles. Landing the premium consonant on a Double/Triple Letter score increases efficiency.
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 | 17 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SQUINT a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SQUINT worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SQUINT? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SQUINT:
- # the squint effect
- # master of squint
- # playing with squint
- # in terms of squint
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