5 letter words ending in IRP

Chirp 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

a. (Noun) A short, high-pitched sound made by birds or insects.
b. (Verb) To make a short, high-pitched sound, like a bird or insect.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /tʃɜrp/
UK: /tʃɜːp/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "chirp" originated in the Middle English period from the Old English word "cyrp" which means to "chirp" or "twitter". It is commonly used to describe the sound made by birds or insects. It can also be used to describe a short, high-pitched sound made by electronic devices or machines.

5. Synonyms:

tweet, chirrup, cheep, peep, warble

6. Related Words:

tweet, chirp, cheep, peep, trill

7. Example Sentences:

• The bird let out a loud chirp.
• The crickets chirped loudly in the night.
• The smoke alarm chirped to indicate a low battery.
• He heard the chirp of his phone and knew he had a new message.

Here is the dictionary-style entry for "twirp": twirp

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A person regarded as insignificant and contemptible.

Pronunciations: US: /twɜːrp/, UK: /twɜːp/

Origin and Usage: The word "twirp" originated in the early 20th century and is thought to be a combination of the words "twit" and "twirl." It is a derogatory term used to describe a person who is considered to be unimportant or foolish. The usage of the word has decreased over time and is now considered to be somewhat outdated.

Synonyms: Fool, idiot, dork, loser, nerd.

Related Words: Dweeb, geek, klutz, wimp, zilch.

Example Sentences:

• He was always such a twirp in high school.
• Don be such a twirp, just speak up and say what you mean.
• She couldn stand the twirps at the party and left early.