5 letter words ending in CE

Parts of Speech

Place is primarily a noun, but it can also function as a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, place refers to a particular position, location, or spot. It can also refer to a building or area used for a specific purpose, such as a market or a concert hall. As a verb, to place means to put or set something in a particular position or location.

Pronunciations

• US: /pleɪs/
• UK: /pleɪs/

Origin and Usage

The word place has roots in Old English and has been in use for over a thousand years. It is a common and versatile word that is used in a variety of contexts, from describing physical locations to indicating a position in a hierarchy or social order.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for place as a noun include location, spot, site, and position. As a verb, synonyms for place include put, set, position, and lay.

Related Words

Other five-letter words related to place include space, peace, and trace.

Example Sentences

• As a noun:
  The place where they met was a small coffee shop on the corner.
  The concert was held at a beautiful outdoor place by the river.
• As a verb:
  She carefully placed the vase on the shelf.
  He asked the waiter to place the order for him.

since

Parts of Speech: adverb, conjunction, preposition.

Definitions:

• As an adverb, "since" means from a past time until now, or from a point in time in the past until a later point in time in the past.
• As a conjunction, "since" means because; given that.
• As a preposition, "since" means from a particular time or event in the past until now, or from a particular time or event in the past until a later time or event in the past.

Pronunciations:

• US: /sɪns/
• UK: /sɪns/

Origin and Usage:

The word "since" originated from the Middle English word "syns," which means "afterwards." It has been in use since the 14th century. It is commonly used in both spoken and written English.

Synonyms:

• adverb: ever since, from then till now, from then until now, from that time till now, from that time until now, hence, thence, thus.
• conjunction: as, because, considering, for, inasmuch as, seeing that, whereas.
• preposition: from, from ... until now, from ... until then, from ... up to now, from ... up to then, in the time of, since ... until now, since ... until then, since ... up to now, since ... up to then.

Related Words:

• scena
• since
• sines
• snipe
• spice

Example Sentences:

• As an adverb: "She has been living in New York since 2010."

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Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition: A long, pointed weapon used for charging in battle, or to pierce or cut something. To pierce or cut with a lance.

Pronunciation (US): /læns/

Pronunciation (UK): /lɑːns/

Origin and Usage: The word "lance" originated from the Old French word "lance" which means "a spear". It was first used in English in the 1300s. Lances were commonly used by knights during the Middle Ages as a weapon for charging in battle. Today, the word "lance" is still used to refer to a long, pointed weapon, but it can also be used as a verb to describe the act of piercing or cutting something with a pointed object.

Synonyms: Spear, javelin, pike, lancelet, harpoon.

Related Words: Blade, point, shaft, spear.

Example Sentences:

1. He charged at his enemy with his lance held high.
2. The knights lance shattered on impact with the shield.
3. She lanced the blister with a needle.
4. The doctor lanced the boil to relieve the pressure.

Here is the dictionary-style entry for the word dulce: dulce

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: A type of confectionery that originates from Latin America and Spain, made from sweetened milk and sugar.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈdʌlsi/, UK: /ˈdʌlsi/

Origin and Usage: The word dulce comes from the Latin word dulcis, meaning sweet. It is commonly used in Latin American and Spanish cuisine to refer to a type of sweet confectionery made from sweetened milk and sugar, similar to caramel. It is also used as a flavoring for various desserts and pastries.

Synonyms: caramel, toffee, fudge, candy, sweetmeat

Related Words: candy, sugar, sweet, treat, honey

Example Sentences:

• She made a batch of dulce de leche for the party.
• The dulce was so sweet and creamy, it melted in her mouth.
• He sprinkled some crumbled dulce over the top of the flan.

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Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition: A substance used for flavoring, seasoning, or preserving food, or the dried seeds, fruits, bark, or roots of such a substance. To add flavor, interest, or excitement to something.

Pronunciations: US: /spaɪs/, UK: /spaɪs/

Origin and Usage: The word "spice" comes from the Old French word "espice" which means "spices, flavorings". Spices have been used for thousands of years for their flavor, aroma, and preservative qualities. In the modern-day, spices are used widely in cooking and food production, as well as in medicine and cosmetics.

Synonyms: Flavoring, seasoning, condiment, herb, aromatic, zest, piquancy.

Related Words: Basil, cumin, curry, ginger, paprika.

Example Sentences:

• She added a pinch of spice to the soup to give it more flavor.
• He likes to spice up his scrambled eggs with some hot sauce.
• The spice trade was once a major driver of global commerce.
• Spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg are often used in baking.
• The restaurants signature dish is a spicy chicken curry.