Word: GUY
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Definition of GUY
- An effigy of a man burned on a bonfire on the anniversary of the Gunpowder Plot (5th November).
- A person of eccentric appearance or dress; a "fright".
- A man, fellow.
- To exhibit an effigy of Guy Fawkes around the 5th November.
- To make fun of, to ridicule with wit or innuendo.
- To play in a comedic manner.
- A guide; a leader or conductor.
- A support rope or cable used to guide, steady or secure something which is being hoisted or lowered.
- A support to secure or steady something prone to shift its position or be carried away (e.g. the mast of a ship or a suspension-bridge).
- To equip with a support cable.
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 "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "guy" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "guy" conveys a high level of precision."
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 | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GUY a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is GUY worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in GUY? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing GUY:
- # the guy effect
- # master of guy
- # playing with guy
- # in terms of guy
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