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PHASE

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There are 6 meanings of the word Phase.

Phase - as a noun

(physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary

Example: "The reaction occurs in the liquid phase of the system"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
form9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
state5state of matter
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A particular point in the time of a cycle; measured from some arbitrary zero and expressed as an angle

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
phase angle

(astronomy) the particular appearance of a body's state of illumination (especially one of the recurring shapes of the part of earth's moon that is illuminated by the sun)

Example: "The full phase of the moon"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
appearance16visual aspect
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Phase - as a verb

Arrange in phases or stages

Example: "Phase a withdrawal"

Adjust so as to be in a synchronized condition

Example: "He phased the intake with the output of the machine"

Example Sentences

"She is going through a rebellious phase."
"The project is in its initial phase."
"The moon is in its waxing phase."
"He is in the planning phase of his career."
"They are entering a new phase of their relationship."
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Word Game Points

Is PHASE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, phase is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PHASE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is PHASE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, phase is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PHASE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is PHASE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, phase is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PHASE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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