Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

absolute skewer

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 2.66 in modern English

Syllables: ab-so-lute skew-er
IPA

23

Scrabble Score

14

Letters

4

Syllables

11

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A skewer in which the king is placed in check, forcing it to be moved.

Example Sentences

"In an absolute skewer, the king is involved, whereas a relative skewer does not involve the king."

Etymology

Compare absolute pin.

Inflected Forms

absolute skewers (plural)

Frequently Paired Words

relative skewer

Questions

What does absolute skewer mean?: A skewer in which the king is placed in check, forcing it to be moved.
Where does absolute skewer come from?: Compare absolute pin.

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