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Word: VAGOTOMY

โœ“ Valid Scrabble Word
V 4 A 1 G 2 O 1 T 1 O 1 M 3 Y 4
Length 8 letters
Syllables 4
Pronunciation /vรฆหˆษกษ’tษ’mi/
Frequency Uncommon
Scrabble 17 pts
WWF Score 19 pts

๐Ÿ“Š Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown

Vowels 4
Consonants 4
Unique Letters 7
Top Tile V (4 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy

Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty

Linguistic Level Expert
Spelling Pitfalls The letter Y is used as a vowel in this word; ensure it is placed correctly instead of an I.
Board Strategy This is a Bingo-length word! Playing all 7 letters from your rack gives a huge +50 point bonus. Keep an eye out for layout paths.

Definition of VAGOTOMY

noun
  1. The surgical resection of the vagus nerve so as to reduce the secretion of acid in the stomach and so control duodenal ulcers.

Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.

๐Ÿ“œ Word Pattern Notes

Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences

  • โ€ข "Please ensure you spell "vagotomy" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
  • โ€ข "Understanding the exact meaning of "vagotomy" can significantly improve your writing style."

๐Ÿ’ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts

This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.

๐ŸŽฏ 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) โœ“ Valid 17 pts
SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) โœ“ Valid 17 pts
ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) โœ“ Valid 19 pts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is VAGOTOMY a valid Scrabble word? โ–ผ
VAGOTOMY is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is VAGOTOMY worth in Scrabble? โ–ผ
In Scrabble, VAGOTOMY is worth 17 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 19 points.
How many syllables are in VAGOTOMY? โ–ผ
There are 4 syllables in VAGOTOMY.

๐Ÿ”— Common Phrases & Idioms

Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing VAGOTOMY:

  • # the vagotomy effect
  • # master of vagotomy
  • # playing with vagotomy
  • # in terms of vagotomy

Anagrams

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Hook Words

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Word Family

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Same Length Words (8 Letters)

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