Word: WITHOUT
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Definition of WITHOUT
- Outside, externally. This is still used in the names of some civil parishes in England, e.g. St Cuthbert Without.
- Lacking something.
"Being from a large, poor family, he learned to live without."
- In prostitution: without a condom being worn.
- Outside of, beyond.
"The snow was swirling without the cottage, but it was warm within."
- Not having, containing, characteristic of, etc.
"It was a mistake to leave my house without a coat."
- Not doing or not having done something.
"He likes to eat everything without sharing."
- Unless, except (introducing a clause).
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "without" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "without" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WITHOUT a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is WITHOUT worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in WITHOUT? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing WITHOUT:
- # the without effect
- # master of without
- # playing with without
- # in terms of without
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