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ELIDES

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Elides.

Elides - as a verb

Leave or strike out

Example: "This vowel is usually elided before a single consonant"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
exceptexcludeleave offleave outomittake out
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The poet elides certain details in order to create a more concise poem."
"The film elides several scenes to maintain a faster pace."
"She elides her accent when speaking in a formal setting."
"The politician often elides important facts in his speeches."
"The writer elides the protagonist's childhood experiences to focus on the main plot."
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Word Game Points

Is ELIDES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, elides is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ELIDES has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is ELIDES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, elides is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ELIDES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is ELIDES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, elides is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ELIDES has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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