Word: LISP
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Definition of LISP
- The habit or an act of lisping.
"He used to have a terrible lisp before going to a speech therapist."
- To pronounce the consonant โsโ imperfectly; to give โsโ and โzโ the sounds of โthโ (/ฮธ/). This is a speech impediment common among children.
- To speak with imperfect articulation; to mispronounce, such as a child learning to talk.
- To speak hesitatingly and with a low voice, as if afraid.
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 "Understanding the exact meaning of "lisp" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "lisp" in early literature."
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!
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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 | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LISP a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is LISP worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in LISP? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing LISP:
- # the lisp effect
- # master of lisp
- # playing with lisp
- # in terms of lisp
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