Word: TUCKS
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of TUCKS
- An act of tucking; a pleat or fold.
- A fold in fabric that has been stitched in place from end to end, as to reduce the overall dimension of the fabric piece.
- A curled position.
- To pull or gather up (an item of fabric).
- To push into a snug position; to place somewhere safe or somewhat hidden.
"Tuck in your shirt.โ I tucked in the sheet.โ He tucked the $10 bill into his shirt pocket."
- (often with "in" or "into") To eat; to consume.
- A rapier, a sword.
- The beat of a drum.
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 "tucks" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "tucks" in early literature."
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 | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TUCKS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is TUCKS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in TUCKS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing TUCKS:
- # the tucks effect
- # master of tucks
- # playing with tucks
- # in terms of tucks
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