Word: STINTS
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Definition of STINTS
- A period of time spent doing or being something; a spell.
"He had a stint in jail."
- Limit; bound; restraint; extent.
- Quantity or task assigned; proportion allotted.
- To stop (an action); cease, desist.
- To stop speaking or talking (of a subject).
- To be sparing or mean.
"The next party you throw, don't stint on the beer."
- Any of several very small wading birds in the genus Calidris. Types of sandpiper, such as the dunlin or the sanderling.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "stints" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "stints" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is STINTS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is STINTS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in STINTS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing STINTS:
- # the stints effect
- # master of stints
- # playing with stints
- # in terms of stints
Anagrams
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Sub-words
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Same Length Words (6 Letters)
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