Word: TONSILS
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Definition of TONSILS
- Either of a pair of small masses of lymphoid tissue that lie on each side of the throat and that help protect the body against infection; palatine tonsil.
- Any of various small masses of lymphoid tissues, including palatine tonsils, adenoids and lingual tonsils.
- The uvula.
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 "The referee verified that "tonsils" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "tonsils" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
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 | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TONSILS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is TONSILS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in TONSILS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing TONSILS:
- # the tonsils effect
- # master of tonsils
- # playing with tonsils
- # in terms of tonsils
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