MANDRIL

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

MANDRIL A mandrill is a type of colorful, large baboon found in Africa, with mandrils referring to multiple of these creatures, mandrilling being the act of behaving like a mandrill, mandrilled indicating something that has been marked or affected by a mandrill, mandriller referring to someone who studies or observes mandrills, mandrillest being the most mandrill-like, and mandrilly describing something that resembles a mandrill in appearance or

Word Analysis

  • Part of Speech: Noun
  • Word Length: 7 letters
  • Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word MANDRIL 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 MANDRIL demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.

Scrabble Information

Word: MANDRIL

Length: 7 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word MANDRIL can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.