Word: LISPS
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Definition of LISPS
- 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
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "lisps" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "lisps", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
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 | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LISPS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is LISPS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in LISPS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing LISPS:
- # the lisps effect
- # master of lisps
- # playing with lisps
- # in terms of lisps
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