5 letter words ending in AID

Plaid 1. Parts of Speech: Noun, adjective 2. Definitions: - (Noun) A pattern consisting of crossed horizontal and vertical stripes of different colors. - (Adjective) Decorated with a plaid pattern. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /plæd/ - UK: /plad/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "plaid" originated from the Scottish Gaelic word "plaide" which means blanket. It was originally used to refer to a type of woolen cloth worn as a garment, particularly in Scotland. Today, plaid is a popular pattern used in clothing, accessories, and home decor. 5. Synonyms: - Tartan - Checkered 6. Related Words: - Check - Stripe - Flannel 7. Example Sentences: - She wore a plaid scarf with her winter coat. - The living room was decorated with plaid curtains and a plaid couch. - He bought a plaid shirt for the picnic.

Definition of Braid

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definition: To interweave three or more strands of hair, fabric, or other material to create a rope-like structure, or a rope-like structure created by interweaving three or more strands of hair, fabric, or other material.

Pronunciations: US: /breɪd/, UK: /breɪd/

Origin and Usage: The word "braid" comes from the Old English word "bregdan," meaning "to weave" or "to braid." Braiding has been used for centuries to create decorative and functional items such as baskets, rugs, and clothing. It is also a popular hairstyle for women and girls.

Synonyms: plait, weave, twist, intertwine

Related Words: plait, twine, weave, twist, knot

Example Sentences:

1. She braided her hair into a neat French braid.
2. The basket was made from braided straw.
3. He braided the ropes together to create a stronger cord.

Staid

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective

2. Definitions:

• sedate, respectable, and unadventurous (US: /steɪd/, UK: /steɪd/)

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /steɪd/ (stayed)
• UK: /steɪd/ (stayed)

4. Origin and Usage:

• The word "staid" originated from the Old Norse word "stathr," meaning "to stand still." It was first used in the 16th century to describe something that was firm or fixed in position, and later came to mean sedate, respectable, and unadventurous.
• The word is commonly used in formal or serious contexts to describe a person or thing that is steady, dependable, and not given to wild behavior or change.

5. Synonyms:

• sensible
• serious
• sober
• conservative
• traditional

6. Related Words:

• adits
• ditas
• saids
• tsadi
• tsars

7. Example Sentences:

• She wore a staid, gray suit to the job interview.
• The staid businessman never took risks in his investments.
• The old library had a staid and serious atmosphere.