5 letter words ending in AFT

draft

Part of Speech: noun, verb

Definition:

• Noun: a preliminary or rough version of a document or speech.
• Verb: to prepare a preliminary or rough version of a document or speech.

Pronunciations:

• US: dræft
• UK: drɑːft

Origin and Usage:

The word "draft" has its origins in the Old English word "dræf" which meant "a drawing, pulling or hauling." The word has been in use since the 14th century. It is commonly used in the context of writing and refers to a preliminary or rough version of a document or speech. It is also used to describe the act of preparing such a version.

Synonyms:

• outline
• sketch
• preliminary version
• rough copy
• plan

Related Words:

• craft
• graft
• waft
• croft
• shaft

Example Sentences:

• She wrote a draft of her speech before the event.
• The lawyer prepared a draft of the contract for the client.
• He drafted a plan for the renovation of the house.
• The team is currently working on a rough draft of the proposal.

Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• Noun: a long, narrow, typically vertical hole that gives access to a mine, accommodates a lift in a building, or provides ventilation.
• Noun: a revolving rod that transmits power.
• Verb: equip (something) with a shaft.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ʃæft/
• UK: /ʃɑːft/

Origin and Usage:

The word "shaft" originated in Middle English from the Old English word "sceaft" meaning "long, slender rod or pole." It is commonly used in reference to a long, narrow hole that gives access to a mine, accommodates a lift in a building, or provides ventilation. It is also used to refer to a revolving rod that transmits power. As a verb, it means to equip something with a shaft.

Synonyms:

• rod
• pole
• spindle
• axle
• drive shaft

Related Words:

• shaft
• shift
• rafts
• wafts
• rafty

Example Sentences:

• The miners descended into the shaft to begin their work.
• The engines drive shaft was damaged and needed to be replaced.
• The blacksmith shafted the tool with a new handle.