Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Plain.
How to pronounce plain:
US
Plain - as an adjective
Lacking patterns especially in color
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Plain - as a noun
Extensive tract of level open land
Example: "They emerged from the woods onto a vast open plain"
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A basic knitting stitch made by putting the needle through the front of the stitch from the lefthand side
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Plain - as an adverb
Unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly')
Example: "The answer is obviously wrong"
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Plain - as an adjective satellite
Clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
Example: "The effects of the drought are apparent to anyone who sees the parched fields"
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Not mixed with extraneous elements
Example: "Plain water"
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Free from any effort to soften to disguise
Example: "The plain and unvarnished truth"
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Lacking embellishment or ornamentation
Example: "A plain hair style"
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Plain - as a verb
Express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
Example: "My mother complains all day"
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Example Sentences
"The baker offers a variety of bread, including whole wheat, rye, and plain."
"She prefers her yogurt with fresh fruit rather than plain."
"The artist painted the beautiful landscape using mostly shades of green and various plains."
"He used a plain of cardboard to protect the table from paint spills."
"The design of the dress was simple and plain, yet elegant."
Word Game Points
Is PLAIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, plain is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PLAIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is PLAIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, plain is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPLAIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is PLAIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, plain is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPLAIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
