Word: WASHES
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Definition of WASHES
- The process or an instance of washing or being washed by water or other liquid.
"I'm going to have a quick wash before coming to bed."
- A liquid used for washing.
- A lotion or other liquid with medicinal or hygienic properties.
"hand wash"
- To clean with water.
"Dishwashers wash dishes much more efficiently than most humans."
- To move or erode by the force of water in motion.
"Heavy rains wash a road or an embankment."
- To separate valuable material (such as gold) from worthless material by the action of flowing water.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "washes" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "washes" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
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
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 | 12 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WASHES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing WASHES:
- # the washes effect
- # master of washes
- # playing with washes
- # in terms of washes
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