5 letter words ending in CLE

Uncle

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A brother of ones parent or the husband of ones aunt.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈʌŋk(ə)l/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈʌŋk(ə)l/

Origin and Usage: The word uncle originated from the Middle English word unkel which is derived from the Old French oncle and Latin avunculus meaning maternal uncle. The word has been in use since the 13th century. It is a common term used to refer to the brother of ones parent or the husband of ones aunt.

Synonyms: Relative, kinsman, kin, family member.

Related Words: Aunt, niece, nephew.

Example Sentences:

• She went to visit her uncle in the countryside.
• His uncle gave him a car for his birthday.
• She is very close to her uncle and they talk every week.

Sure! Socle

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definition: A plain square block or plinth serving as a base for a statue, vase, or column.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈsōkl/; UK: /ˈsɒk(ə)l/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "socle" comes from the French word "socle," meaning "base" or "plinth." It was first used in English in the early 17th century to refer to the base of a statue or column. It is commonly used in architecture and art to describe the base or foundation of a structure or object.

5. Synonyms: Base, plinth, pedestal, foundation, foot, stand.

6. Related Words: Plinth, base, stand, column, shaft.

7. Example Sentences:

• The statue was placed on a socle made of marble.
• The socle of the column was elaborately carved with intricate designs.
• The vase was displayed on a plain wooden socle.

Cycle Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

As a noun, cycle refers to a sequence that repeats itself, or a series of events that are regularly repeated. As a verb, cycle means to go through a series of events or to ride a bicycle.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈsaɪ·kəl/

UK: /ˈsaɪ·kəl/

Origin and Usage

The word cycle comes from the Greek word "kyklos," meaning circle or wheel. It has been used in English since the 14th century and has a variety of meanings related to repetition and circular motion. In modern usage, cycle is often used to describe a recurring process or pattern, such as the life cycle of a plant or the menstrual cycle of a woman.

Synonyms

Sequence, rotation, round, pattern, rhythm.

Related Words

Wheel, pedal, gears, chain, motor.

Example Sentences

• She tracks her menstrual cycle using a mobile app.
• The water cycle involves the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.
• He cycled to work every day, rain or shine.
• The stock market has been through several cycles of growth and decline.
• The washing machine goes through a cycle of wash, rinse, and spin.