Word: TOWER
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Definition of TOWER
- A very tall iron-framed structure, usually painted red and white, on which microwave, radio, satellite, or other communication antennas are installed; mast.
- A similarly framed structure with a platform or enclosed area on top, used as a lookout for spotting fires, plane crashes, fugitives, etc.
- A water tower.
- To be very tall.
"The office block towered into the sky."
- To be high or lofty; to soar.
- To soar into.
- One who tows.
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 "In professional circles, using the word "tower" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "tower", surprising the rest of the board members."
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
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 | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TOWER a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is TOWER worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in TOWER? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing TOWER:
- # the tower effect
- # master of tower
- # playing with tower
- # in terms of tower
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