5 letter words ending in A

Scuba

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Scuba is a type of underwater breathing apparatus that allows divers to breathe while submerged. The word "scuba" stands for "self-contained underwater breathing apparatus."

Pronunciations: US: /ˈskuːbə/, UK: /ˈskjuːbə/

Origin and Usage: The term "scuba" was first used by Christian Lambertsen, an American physician and inventor, in the 1930s. The word was coined to describe a new type of breathing apparatus that allowed divers to carry their own air supply underwater. Scuba diving has become a popular recreational activity in recent years, with millions of people around the world participating in the sport.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: Diver, Flippers, Wetsuit

Example Sentences:

• She loves scuba diving and has explored many coral reefs around the world.
• Before going scuba diving, it is important to receive proper training and certification.
• The scuba tank provides the diver with a continuous air supply while underwater.

Colza

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definition: A plant of the mustard family, grown for its oil-rich seed and as a forage crop.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈkɑlzə/; UK: /ˈkɒlzə/

4. Origin and Usage: Colza is derived from the French word "colza" which means "cabbage". It is primarily grown in Europe and North America for its oil-rich seeds, which are used for cooking oil, lubricants, and as a biofuel. In addition, it is also used as a forage crop for livestock feed.

5. Synonyms: Canola, rapeseed

6. Related Words: Cilia, clavi, cloze, coals, coaly, cobia, coble, cocoa, codas, codes, coeds, cohos, colas, colds, coles, colic, colin, colon, color, comae, comal, comas, combo, combs, comer, comes, comet, comfy, comic, comma, conch, condo, coned, cones, coney, conga, conge, congo, conic, copen, copes, copra, copse, coqui, coral, corby, cords, cored, corer, cores, corgi, coria, corky, corms, corns, cornu, corny, corps, corse, coses, coset, cosey, cosie, costa, costs, cotan, coted, cotes, coude, could, count, coupe, coups, court, couth, coved, coven, cover, coves, covet, covey, cowed, cower, cowls, cowry, coxae, coxal, coxas, coyer, coyly, coypu, cozen, cozes, cozey, crabs, crack, craft, crags, crake, cramp, crane, crank, crape, craps,

Lehua

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

• A Hawaiian tree with beautiful red flowers
• The flower of the lehua tree

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /leɪˈhuːə/
• UK: /leɪˈhuːə/

4. Origin and Usage:

The lehua tree is native to Hawaii and is considered sacred in Hawaiian culture. The tree is known for its bright red flowers, which are often used in Hawaiian leis. The name "lehua" means "sacred flower" in Hawaiian. The lehua flower is also the official flower of the island of Hawaii.

5. Synonyms: None

6. Related Words:

• Alula
• Halal
• Llama
• Moola
• Sulfa

7. Example Sentences:

• The lehua tree is a symbol of Hawaiian culture and tradition.
• The lehua flower is often used in Hawaiian leis.

Here is the requested information on "septa": 1. Parts of Speech: Noun 2. Definitions: - A partition or wall dividing a space or cavity. - A thin wall or membrane that separates two cavities or structures in an organism. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /ˈsɛptə/ - UK: /ˈsɛptə/ 4. Origin and Usage: - "Septa" comes from the Latin word "septum", meaning "partition". In biology, it refers to a thin wall or membrane that separates two cavities or structures in an organism. In architecture, it refers to a partition or wall dividing a space or cavity. 5. Synonyms: - Wall, partition, divider, membrane 6. Related Words: - Walls, cells, floors, roofs, beams 7. Example Sentences: - The septa in the heart separate the four chambers. - The office was divided into cubicles by glass septa. - The fungus has septa that divide its hyphae.

Spaza

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

• A small informal convenience store or shop in South Africa.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈspɑːzə/
• UK: /ˈspæzə/

Origin and Usage:

The word "spaza" is derived from isiZulu, a language spoken in South Africa. It is a term commonly used in South African English to describe a small informal convenience store or shop, often located in a residential area or township, that sells basic household items and groceries.

Synonyms:

• Spaza shop
• Corner shop
• Convenience store

Related Words:

• Shops
• Store
• Goods
• Market
• Bazar

Example Sentences:

• She ran to the spaza to buy some bread.
• The spaza on the corner of the street was closed.
• He regularly buys his groceries from the spaza down the road.