Word: STAKING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of STAKING
- To fasten, support, defend, or delineate with stakes.
"to stake vines or plants"
- To pierce or wound with a stake.
- To put at risk upon success in competition, or upon a future contingency.
- An act of stabbing with a stake.
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 "Understanding the exact meaning of "staking" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "staking" in early literature."
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
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 | 12 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is STAKING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is STAKING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in STAKING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing STAKING:
- # the staking effect
- # master of staking
- # playing with staking
- # in terms of staking
Hook Words
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Sub-words
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