Word: WHILE
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Definition of WHILE
- An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.
"He lectured for quite a long while."
- To pass (time) idly.
- To occupy or entertain (someone) in order to let time pass.
- To loiter.
- Until.
- During the same time that.
"He was sleeping while I was singing."
- Although.
"This case, while interesting, is a bit frustrating."
- Until.
"I'll wait while you've finished painting."
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 "The referee verified that "while" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "while" to secure the victory."
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 | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WHILE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is WHILE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in WHILE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing WHILE:
- # the while effect
- # master of while
- # playing with while
- # in terms of while
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