Word: TIPOFF
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Definition of TIPOFF
- An obvious clue or indication.
"The broken window and overturned plant pots were a tip-off that something was wrong."
- A report of suspicious behaviour, especially to an authority.
"The police received a tip-off about a recent bank robbery."
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 "The referee verified that "tipoff" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "tipoff" to secure the victory."
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
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 | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TIPOFF a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is TIPOFF worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in TIPOFF? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing TIPOFF:
- # the tipoff effect
- # master of tipoff
- # playing with tipoff
- # in terms of tipoff
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