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PITHING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Pithing.

Pithing - as a noun

Soft spongelike central cylinder of the stems of most flowering plants

The choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

Example: "The gist of the prosecutor's argument"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
center8centre8core6essence9gist5heart8heart and soulinwardness14kernel10marrow11meat6nitty-grittynub5substance13sum5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cognitive contentcontent9mental object
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Pithing - as a verb

Remove the pith from (a plant)

Example Sentences

"The pithing process involves removing the pith of a plant stem."
"The pithing needle is commonly used in laboratory dissections."
"The pithing technique is often employed in neuroscience research."
"She demonstrated the pithing procedure to her students in biology class."
"The pithing tool allows for precise removal of the pith tissue."
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Word Game Points

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

PITHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PITHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pithing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PITHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is PITHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pithing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PITHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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