Word: STRANGLES
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of STRANGLES
- A disease of horses caused by an infection by the bacterium Streptococcus equi.
- A trading strategy using options, constructed through taking equal positions in a put and a call with different strike prices, such that there is a payoff if the underlying asset's value moves beyond the range of the two strike prices.
- To kill someone by squeezing the throat so as to cut off the oxygen supply; to choke, suffocate or throttle.
"He strangled his wife and dissolved the body in acid."
- To stifle or suppress.
"She strangled a scream."
- To be killed by strangulation, or become strangled.
"The cat slipped from the branch and strangled on its bell-collar."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "strangles" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "strangles" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
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 | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is STRANGLES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is STRANGLES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in STRANGLES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing STRANGLES:
- # the strangles effect
- # master of strangles
- # playing with strangles
- # in terms of strangles
Anagrams
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