5 letter words ending in BY

Gabby 1. Parts of Speech

Adjective

2. Definitions

• Talkative, especially in a thoughtless or annoying way.
• Given to or characterized by gabbing.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /ˈɡæbi/
• UK: /ˈɡabi/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "gabby" is believed to have originated in the early 19th century from the word "gab," meaning to talk excessively. It is commonly used to describe someone who talks too much, especially in a thoughtless or annoying way. It can also be used to describe someone who is given to or characterized by gabbing.

5. Synonyms

• Talkative
• Chatty
• Garrulous
• Loquacious
• Voluble

6. Related Words

• Gable
• Gamed
• Gaper
• Gases
• Gated

7. Example Sentences

• Shes a bit gabby, but she means well.
• He can be a little too gabby sometimes.
• The gabby woman at the party dominated the conversation.

Bilby 1. Parts of Speech Noun 2. Definitions A small, nocturnal marsupial with long ears and a long, pointed snout, native to Australia. 3. Pronunciations (US, UK) US: /ˈbɪlbi/ UK: /ˈbɪlbi/ 4. Origin and Usage The word "bilby" originated from the Yuwaalaraay language spoken by the Indigenous people of Australia. The bilby is also known as the rabbit-eared bandicoot. It is a shy, nocturnal animal that is under threat due to habitat loss and predation by feral cats and foxes. The bilby is considered a symbol of Easter in Australia, and chocolate bilbies are often sold as an alternative to chocolate Easter bunnies. 5. Synonyms Rabbit-eared bandicoot 6. Related Words Bandi, bison, bunny 7. Example Sentences - The bilby is an endangered species in Australia. - Chocolate bilbies are a popular alternative to chocolate Easter bunnies. - The bilby has long ears and a pointed snout, similar to a rabbit.

Here is the requested information on "tabby": Tabby

Parts of Speech: Noun, adjective

Definitions:

• Noun: A cat with a distinctive coat featuring stripes, dots, or swirling patterns; a type of concrete made by mixing cement with water, sand, and gravel
• Adjective: Having a coat featuring stripes, dots, or swirling patterns, typically used to describe cats

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈtæbi/
• UK: /ˈtabi/

Origin and Usage:

The word "tabby" originated in the 1690s and is believed to have come from the French word "tabis," which means a rich, watered silk. The word was used to describe a type of silk taffeta that had a wavy or watered appearance, similar to the coat of a tabby cat. Over time, the word "tabby" came to be used to describe the distinctive coat of a cat with stripes, dots, or swirling patterns. It is also used to describe a type of concrete made by mixing cement with water, sand, and gravel.

Synonyms:

• Noun: Striped cat, feline
• Adjective: Striped, patterned, variegated

Related Words:

• Batty
• Cabby
• Crabby
• Dobby
• Flabby

Example Sentences:

• The tabby cat curled up on the windowsill and purred contentedly.
• The house was built with a tabby concrete foundation that had weathered many storms.
• She wore a tabby silk dress to the party, which shimmered in the candlelight.

Hubby

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A term of endearment for a husband.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈhʌbi/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈhʌbi/

Origin and Usage: The word "hubby" is a shortened form of the word "husband" and has been in use since the late 17th century. It is commonly used as a term of endearment for a husband in informal contexts.

Synonyms: Spouse, partner, mate, better half.

Related Five Letter Words: Happy, hobby, lobby, tubby, chubby.

Example Sentences:

• She loves spending time with her hubby on weekends.
• He surprised his hubby with a romantic dinner on their anniversary.
• She referred to her hubby as her rock and support system.

Cobby

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: (of a horse) short-legged and strong in build.

Pronunciations: (US: /ˈkɑbi/, UK: /ˈkɒbi/)

Origin and Usage: The word "cobby" originated from the noun "cob," which refers to a type of horse. It has been used since the 17th century to describe horses that are short-legged and strong in build, with a thick neck and wide chest. In modern times, the word is used mainly in the context of horse breeding and showing.

Synonyms: stocky, sturdy, compact, muscular, robust

Related Words: cobia, coble, cobra, cobbs, cobia

Example Sentences:

• The cobby horse was perfect for the rough terrain.
• Her cobby build made her a great candidate for weightlifting competitions.
• They admired the cobby car that was built for speed.