SWATTING

Definition

SWATTING SWATTING is the act of making a fake emergency call to law enforcement in order to send armed officers to someone else's location. Root meanings: - Swat (noun): Special Weapons and Tactics - Swat (verb): to hit or crush with a sharp blow Derived forms: - SWATTED (past tense) - SWATTER (person who commits SWATTING) - SWATTIEST (superlative form of SWATTING) - SWATTINGLY (

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 SWATTING 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 SWATTING demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.