5 letter words ending in II

Word: radii 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

Plural form of "radius," meaning the distance from the center of a circle to its edge. It can also refer to a straight line segment that joins the center of a circle with any point on its circumference.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈreɪdi.aɪ/
• UK: /ˈreɪdi.iː/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "radii" is the plural form of the Latin word "radius," which means "spoke of a wheel" or "ray of light." It has been used in English since the 16th century and is commonly used in mathematics to describe the properties of circles and spheres. It is also used in anatomy to describe the bones in the forearm and leg.

5. Synonyms:

None

6. Related Words:

• radio
• radix
• radon
• rajas
• raked

7. Example Sentences:

• The radii of the two circles are different.
• The radius of the circle is 5 cm.
• The radii of the bones in his forearm were broken.

Genii

Parts of Speech: Noun (plural form)

Definition: Plural form of "genius" or supernatural spirits in Arabian mythology.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈdʒiːniː/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈdʒiːniː/

Origin and Usage: The word "genii" is derived from the Latin word "genius" meaning "guardian spirit" or "tutelary deity" and is used as the plural form of "genius" or to refer to supernatural spirits in Arabian mythology. It has been used in English literature since the 17th century.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: Genius, genie

Example Sentences:

• "The genii of the Arabian Nights were often depicted as magical beings who could grant wishes."
• "The genii of science and art have revolutionized the world in countless ways."

Here is the HTML text formatting for the requested information: Torii 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

• A traditional Japanese gate that marks the entrance to a Shinto shrine.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /ˈtɔːriː/
• UK: /ˈtɒriː/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "torii" comes from the Japanese words "tori" meaning "bird" and "i" meaning "to stay." It is said that the first torii gate was built in the 10th century. Torii gates are used to mark the entrance to a Shinto shrine and are considered to be a gateway between the earthly and spiritual worlds. They are often painted in bright colors and can be found throughout Japan.

5. Synonyms

• Shinto gate

6. Related Words

• Shaku
• Saké
• Sushi

7. Example Sentences

• The torii gate at the entrance to the shrine was painted bright red.
• Visitors are expected to bow before passing through the torii gate.
• The torii gate is a symbol of Japans rich cultural heritage.