Definition of the

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  • the is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 6
  • the is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 6
  • the is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 5

Definition of the

  • A word placed before nouns to limit or individualize their meaning. (definite article)
  • By that; by how much; by so much; on that account; used before comparatives. (adverb)

    Examples

    1. the longer we continue in sin, the more difficult it is to reform

See definition of the in Merriam Webster