DELAY Delay (noun): the act of postponing or putting off something; Delays (plural): multiple instances of postponement; Delaying (verb): the act of causing something to be postponed; Delayed (adjective): having been postponed; Delayer (noun): one who causes delays; Delayest (adjective): the most postponed; Delayingly (adverb): in a manner that causes postponement. Delay is the act of postponing or putting off something, with delays being multiple
The word DELAY 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.
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Word: DELAY
Length: 5 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word DELAY can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.