Definitions for prescind

prescind pre·scind

Spelling: [pri-sind]
IPA: /prɪˈsɪnd/

Prescind is a 8 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 13 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 16 points.

You can make 362 anagrams from letters in prescind (cdeinprs).

Definitions for prescind

verb (used with object)

  1. to separate or single out in thought; abstract.
  2. to cut off, terminate, or remove.

verb (used without object)

  1. to withdraw one's attention (usually followed by from).
  2. to turn aside in thought.

Origin of prescind

First recorded in 1630-40, prescind is from the Latin word praescindere to cut off in front. See pre-, rescind

Word Value for prescind
Scrable

13

Words with friends

16

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