5 letter words ending in EEP

Sleep Parts of Speech

Sleep is a verb and a noun.

Definitions

As a verb, sleep means to rest with eyes closed and the body in a horizontal position. As a noun, sleep is a natural state of rest characterized by a reduction in consciousness, movement, and metabolism.

Pronunciations

US: /sliːp/

UK: /sliːp/

Origin and Usage

The word sleep comes from the Old English word slæpan, which means to sleep or be inactive. Sleep is a vital part of human life, and it is essential for physical and mental health. People spend about one-third of their lives sleeping, and the amount of sleep needed varies by age and individual.

Synonyms

As a verb, synonyms for sleep include rest, slumber, doze, nap, and snooze. As a noun, synonyms for sleep include slumber, rest, nap, doze, and repose.

Related Words

dream, snore, yawn, nap, drowsy

Example Sentences

As a verb:

• She sleeps for eight hours every night.
• The baby is finally sleeping through the night.
• He slept in until noon on the weekend.

As a noun:

• A good nights sleep is essential for good health.
• She fell into a deep sleep after a long day at work.
• He didn get enough sleep last night and is feeling tired today.

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Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition:

• Noun: a short high-pitched sound or signal, typically made by an electronic device.
• Verb: to cover up a word or phrase with a short high-pitched sound or signal, typically used to censor or obscure offensive language.

Pronunciations:

• US: /blip/
• UK: /bliːp/

Origin and Usage:

The word "bleep" originated in the late 20th century and is an onomatopoeic word that imitates the sound of a short high-pitched sound or signal. It is commonly used in electronic devices such as radios, televisions, and computers to indicate various functions such as errors, warnings, or notifications. In addition, "bleep" is also used to censor or obscure offensive language in media such as television, movies, and music.

Synonyms:

• beep
• signal
• tone

Related Words:

• beeps
• blips
• creep
• sheep
• sweep

Example Sentences:

• The radio made a loud bleeping sound when it lost signal.
• The curse words were bleeped out of the TV show.
• She had to bleep out a few words in her song before it could be played on the radio.

Parts of Speech:

Cheep is a verb and a noun.

Definitions:

• As a verb, cheep means to make a high-pitched noise like a bird or a mouse.
• As a noun, cheep refers to the sound made by a bird or a mouse.

Pronunciations:

• US: /tʃip/
• UK: /tʃiːp/

Origin and Usage:

The word cheep is of imitative origin, meaning it was derived from the sound it represents. It has been in use since at least the 14th century. Cheep is commonly used to describe the high-pitched sound made by small birds and rodents.

Synonyms:

• Chirp
• Tweet
• Peep
• Squeak

Related Words:

• Chirp
• Tweet
• Peep
• Squeak

Example Sentences:

• The baby birds cheeped loudly for food.
• The mouse cheeped as it scurried across the floor.
• The birds cheep was drowned out by the sound of traffic.
• The children giggled at the cheeping of the chicks.