FRISKING

Definition

FRISKING The act of thoroughly searching someone for weapons or contraband, often done by law enforcement officers. Derived forms: - Plural: friskings - -ing (present participle): frisking - -ed (past tense): frisked - -er (comparative): frisker - -est (superlative): friskiest - -ly (adverb): friskingly

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Verb (present participle) or Noun (gerund)
• Word Length: 8 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word FRISKING 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

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like FRISKING demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.