5 letter words ending in IND

Parts of Speech

Blind can function as an adjective, noun, verb, or adverb.

Definitions

As an adjective, blind means unable to see or lacking sight. As a noun, blind refers to a covering for a window or a screen used in hunting. As a verb, blind means to make someone unable to see, or to cause someone to be unaware of something. As an adverb, blind means without being able to see, or without understanding something.

Pronunciations

US: /blaɪnd/

UK: /blaɪnd/

Origin and Usage

The word blind comes from the Old English word "blind" which means "without sight." It has been used in English since the 12th century. The word is commonly used to describe a person who is unable to see, but it can also be used to describe situations where people are unable to see or understand something.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for blind as an adjective include sightless, visually impaired, and unseeing. As a verb, synonyms include obscure, conceal, and hide.

Related Words

Some related 5 letter words to blind include:

• Blend
• Bland
• Blood
• Blond
• Build

Example Sentences

• As an adjective: She was born blind and has never been able to see.
• As a noun: They set up a blind to hide from the deer while they hunted.
• As a verb: The bright lights outside the window blinded him.

Grind 1. Parts of Speech:

Verb, Noun

2. Definitions:

• To crush or break something into small pieces using a machine or tool.
• To rub something against a hard surface, usually to make it sharp or smooth.
• A specific type of dance move that involves moving the hips in a circular motion.
• A monotonous, difficult, or tedious task or routine.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ɡraɪnd/
• UK: /ɡraɪnd/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "grind" originated from the Old English word "grindan," which means "to crush into small pieces." The word has been used in various contexts throughout history, such as grinding grain into flour, sharpening tools, and dancing. In modern usage, "grind" is often used to describe a difficult or monotonous task or routine, such as a work grind or a study grind.

5. Synonyms:

• Crush
• Pulverize
• Mince
• Sharpen
• Polish
• Monotony
• Tedium
• Routine

6. Related Words:

• Grime
• Grand
• Ground
• Grain
• Greed

7. Example Sentences:

• She used a mortar and pestle to grind the spices into a fine powder.
• He had to grind the axe against the sharpening stone to make it sharp enough to cut wood.
• The dance instructor taught the class how to do the grind.