Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Derail.
How to pronounce derail:
US
Derail - as a verb
Cause to run off the tracks
Example: "They had planned to derail the trains that carried atomic waste"
Run off or leave the rails
Example: "The train derailed because a cow was standing on the tracks"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jump15Derail - as a noun
A device placed on railway tracks causing a train to derail.
Example: "The derail was placed deliberately so that the train would fall into the river."
An instance of diverting a conversation or debate from its original topic.
Example Sentences
"The heavy rain had caused the train to derail."
"A small obstacle on the tracks can easily derail a speeding train."
"His bad behavior during the meeting threatened to derail the entire project."
"The team's lack of focus could potentially derail their chances of winning the championship."
"A personal crisis can often derail someone's career."
Word Game Points
Is DERAIL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, derail is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DERAIL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is DERAIL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, derail is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDERAIL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is DERAIL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, derail is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDERAIL has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
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