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ETYMOLOGIZE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Etymologize.

Etymologize - as a verb

Give the etymology or derivation or suggest an etymology (for a word)

Example: "The linguist probably etymologized the words incorrectly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
etymologise

Construct the history of words

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
etymologise

Example Sentences

"She likes to etymologize every word she comes across."
"He etymologized the origins of the ancient language."
"She found it fascinating to etymologize the names of plants and flowers."
"The linguist loves to etymologize complex terms."
"She could etymologize words from multiple languages."
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Word Game Points

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

ETYMOLOGIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.

Is ETYMOLOGIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, etymologize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ETYMOLOGIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.

Is ETYMOLOGIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, etymologize is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ETYMOLOGIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 27.

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