EPICYCLE In Ptolemaic cosmology, a small circle, the center of which moves on the circumference of a larger circle at whose center is the earth and the circumference of which describes the orbit of one of the planets around the earth.
The word EPICYCLE 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, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
Understanding words like EPICYCLE helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.
Word: EPICYCLE
Length: 8 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word EPICYCLE can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.