Word: STROKING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of STROKING
- To move one's hand or an object (such as a broom) along (a surface) in one direction.
- To hit the ball with the bat in a flowing motion.
- To give a finely fluted surface to.
- The act by which something is stroked.
- The act of laying small gathers in cloth in regular order.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "stroking", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "stroking" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
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 | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is STROKING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is STROKING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in STROKING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing STROKING:
- # the stroking effect
- # master of stroking
- # playing with stroking
- # in terms of stroking
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