Word: FUR
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Definition of FUR
- The hairy coat of various mammal species, especially when fine, soft and thick.
- The hairy skin of an animal processed into clothing for humans.
- A pelt used to make, trim or line clothing apparel.
- To cover with fur or a fur-like coating.
- To become covered with fur or a fur-like coating.
- To level a surface by applying furring to it.
- Towards; in the direction of.
"He was headed for the door when he remembered."
- Directed at; intended to belong to.
"I have something for you."
- In order to help, benefit, gratify, honor etc. (someone or something).
"Everything I do, I do for you."
- Because, as, since.
"I had to stay with my wicked stepmother, for I had nowhere else to go."
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 "fur" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "fur" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
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
Excellent for parallel plays! Slide this short word alongside existing board words to trigger multiple intersections in a single turn.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FUR a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is FUR worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in FUR? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing FUR:
- # the fur effect
- # master of fur
- # playing with fur
- # in terms of fur
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