BANSHEES

Definition

BANSHEES Banshees are supernatural beings from Irish folklore believed to wail as an omen of death, with the plural form, -ing form, -ed form, -er form, -est form, and -ly form all referring to multiple banshees, the act of wailing like a banshee, someone who has been wailed at by a banshee, someone who wails like a banshee, the most wail-like banshee, and the manner in which a bans

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Noun (plural) or Verb (third person singular)
• Word Length: 8 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word BANSHEES can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

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