Word: DRAINING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of DRAINING
- To lose liquid.
"The clogged sink drained slowly."
- To flow gradually.
"The water of low ground drains off."
- To cause liquid to flow out of.
"Please drain the sink. It's full of dirty water."
- The practice of exploring drains, tunnels, or sewers.
- The process by which something is drained or emptied.
- (usually in the plural) The liquid drained from something.
- That drains.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "draining" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "draining" can significantly improve your writing style."
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 | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DRAINING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DRAINING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DRAINING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DRAINING:
- # the draining effect
- # master of draining
- # playing with draining
- # in terms of draining
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