Word: VICINITY
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of VICINITY
- Proximity; the state of being near.
"There was a crackling sound in the vicinity of my right ear."
- Neighbourhood; nearby region; surrounding area.
"There is a hurricane in the vicinity of the Bahamas."
- Approximate size or amount.
"I weigh in the vicinity of 80kg."
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 "vicinity" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "vicinity" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
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 | 16 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is VICINITY a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is VICINITY worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in VICINITY? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing VICINITY:
- # the vicinity effect
- # master of vicinity
- # playing with vicinity
- # in terms of vicinity
Anagrams
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Hook Words
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Sub-words
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Word Family
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