5 letter words ending in EET

Definition of Greet

1. Parts of Speech: Verb

2. Definition: To say hello or welcome someone, often with a gesture or words.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ɡrit/, UK: /ɡriːt/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "greet" comes from the Old English word "grētan" which means "to weep, lament, or greet." It has been used in English since the 12th century. "Greet" is commonly used to welcome someone or say hello, but it can also be used to express sympathy or condolences. For example, "Im sorry to hear about your loss. Please accept my condolences."

5. Synonyms: Welcome, salute, hail, address, acknowledge, recognize, embrace, meet, receive, respond, reply.

6. Related Words: Great, green, greet, genre, grief.

7. Example Sentences:

• She greeted him with a warm smile and a hug.
• The host greeted the guests at the door.
• He greeted his old friend with a handshake.
• They greeted each other like long-lost friends.
• She greeted the news of her promotion with excitement.

Parts of Speech:

Noun, Adjective, Verb

Definitions:

• Noun: a group of ships, boats, or other vessels under one command, especially a navy or commercial fleet
• Adjective: moving swiftly; rapid
• Verb: (1) move or pass quickly; (2) come together and form a group or groups

Pronunciations:

• US: /fliːt/
• UK: /fliːt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "fleet" originated from the Old English word "flēot," which means "ship, vessel, or boat." Its usage has evolved over time to refer to a group of ships or boats under one command, especially a navy or commercial fleet. It is also used as an adjective to describe something that moves swiftly, and as a verb to describe movement or grouping.

Synonyms:

• armada
• navy
• convoy
• rapid
• quick

Related Words:

• float
• leapt
• beast
• beaut
• bleat

Example Sentences:

• The fleet sailed out of the harbor towards the open sea.
• The cheetah is known for its fleet speed.
• The birds fleet together in the sky as they migrate south for the winter.