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4 LETTERS1 POINT[ˈaɪd(ə)l]

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How idol fits the hive

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Base Score

1

Before any pangram bonus

Unique Letters

4

D I L O

Two-Letter Start

ID

Useful for systematic scans

Ending

OL

Useful for cleanup scans

  • 4 letters
  • 4 unique letters
  • ID start
  • OL ending

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  • idol is a four-letter word, so it is worth 1 point when accepted.
  • It uses 4 unique letters, so it can fit boards that include d, i, l, o plus any remaining hive letters.
  • The OL ending makes this a useful pattern check after you try the ID start.
  • BuzzyWords has saved this word in 1 published Daily page.

Pronunciation

[ˈaɪd(ə)l][ˈaɪd(ə)l]

Definitions

  1. noun

    A graven image or representation of anything that is revered, or believed to convey spiritual power.

  2. noun

    A cultural icon, or especially popular person.

  3. noun

    (originally Japan) Popular entertainer; usually young, captivating, attractive; and often female, with an image of being close to fans.

  4. noun

    An eidolon or phantom; something misleading or elusive.

Related Words

Same Letters

  • dildo
  • lido

Synonyms

  • icon
  • star
  • superstar
  • afgod

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