Word: UNIT
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Definition of UNIT
- A particular, minute unit of mass, defined differently for different substances, but so that varying substances of the same general type have the property that one international unit of the one has the same effect on the human body as one international unit of the other.
- Oneness, singularity, seen as a component of a whole number; a magnitude of one.
- A standard measure of a quantity.
"The centimetre is a unit of length."
- The number one.
- For each unit.
"We have to keep our unit costs down if we want to make a profit."
- Having a size or magnitude of one.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Likely derived from the Old English/Germanic prefix "un-", expressing negation or reversal.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "unit" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "unit" conveys a high level of precision."
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 | 4 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UNIT a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is UNIT worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in UNIT? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing UNIT:
- # the unit effect
- # master of unit
- # playing with unit
- # in terms of unit
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