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FIDE

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FIDE (name) means the International Chess Federation, the governing body for competitive chess worldwide. Example: “The tournament was rated by FIDE.”

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The International Chess Federation, the governing body for competitive chess worldwide.
"The tournament was rated by FIDE."
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Etymology

Acronym of the French "Fédération Internationale des Échecs."

Origin: French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “FIDE” mean?

The word “FIDE” means the International Chess Federation, the governing body for competitive chess worldwide.

How do you pronounce “FIDE”?

“FIDE” is pronounced FEE-day (/ˈfiːdeɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “FIDE” in a sentence?

Here is “FIDE” used in a sentence: “The tournament was rated by FIDE.”

What part of speech is “FIDE”?

“FIDE” is a name.

Where does the word “FIDE” come from?

The word “FIDE” comes from French. Acronym of the French "Fédération Internationale des Échecs.".

Is “FIDE” a common word?

“FIDE” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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