Word: CHINKING
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Definition of CHINKING
- To fill an opening such as the space between logs in a log house with chinking; to caulk.
"to chink a wall"
- To crack; to open.
- To cause to open in cracks or fissures.
- To make a slight sound like that of metal objects touching.
"The coins were chinking in his pocket."
- To cause to make a sharp metallic sound, as coins, small pieces of metal, etc., by bringing them into collision with each other.
- The material used to fill the spaces between logs in a log house; caulking.
- The sound of something that chinks.
- To laugh loudly.
- To gasp for breath as in a severe fit of coughing.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "chinking" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "chinking" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
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 | 18 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 21 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CHINKING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CHINKING:
- # the chinking effect
- # master of chinking
- # playing with chinking
- # in terms of chinking
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