5 letter words ending in IRY

Definition of Dairy

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definition: Dairy refers to a place where milk is processed and products such as cheese, butter, and yogurt are made. It can also refer to the products themselves.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈdɛri/, UK: /ˈdeəri/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "dairy" comes from the Middle English word "daierie," which means "a place where milk is kept." Dairy farming has been an important industry for centuries, and the dairy products produced have been a staple of many diets around the world. In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards plant-based alternatives to dairy products.

5. Synonyms: Milk processing plant, creamery, dairy farm

6. Related Words: Cream, cheese, yogurt, whey, curds

7. Example Sentences:

• She works at a dairy, where she helps make cheese and yogurt.
• The dairy industry is an important part of the local economy.
• Hes lactose intolerant, so he can have any dairy products.
• The milk from the dairy is used to make a variety of products, including butter and ice cream.

Parts of Speech

Fairy is a noun and can also be used as an adjective.

Definitions

• As a noun, fairy refers to a mythical creature typically depicted as a tiny, delicate, and winged woman or girl.
• As an adjective, fairy means resembling or suggestive of a fairy, especially in being charming or magical.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈfɛri/
• UK: /ˈfeə.ri/

Origin and Usage

The word fairy comes from Middle English, from Old French faerie, from fae, meaning "fairy," from Latin fata, meaning "the Fates." Fairy has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to supernatural beings, and is often associated with folklore and mythology.

Synonyms

• Sprite
• Nymph
• Elf
• Imp

Related Words

• Magic
• Witch
• Angel
• Merma

Example Sentences

• The little girl believed that fairies lived in the garden.
• The fairy tale ended with the prince and princess living happily ever after.
• The garden was decorated with fairy lights for the evening party.
• The fairy godmother appeared and granted Cinderellas wish to attend the ball.

Parts of Speech

Adjective

Definitions

1. Having a lot of hair on the body or head.
2. Consisting of or resembling hair.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈhɛri/
• UK: /ˈhɛəri/

Origin and Usage

The word "hairy" comes from the Old English word "hǣr," which means "hair." The word has been used to describe things that are covered in hair since the 14th century. It is commonly used to describe animals, particularly those with a lot of fur or hair, but can also be used to describe people or objects that have a lot of hair or hair-like structures.

Synonyms

• Furry
• Hirsute
• Hairy-coated
• Hairy-headed
• Hairy-skinned

Related Words

• Hairs
• Hayer
• Harry
• Haars
• Haste

Example Sentences

1. The bear was hairy and scary.
2. She has a hairy mole on her chin.
3. The caterpillar was covered in hairy spines.
4. The old man had hairy ears and nose.

Definition of Lairy

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective

2. Definition: (British, informal) Loud, aggressive, and unpleasant in behavior or appearance.

3. Pronunciations: (US) /ˈlɛri/; (UK) /ˈleəri/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "lairy" originated in British slang in the early 20th century. It is derived from the dialectal word "leary," which means "alert" or "wary." Over time, "lairy" came to mean "loud," "aggressive," or "unpleasant" in behavior or appearance. It is commonly used in informal settings, particularly in the UK.

5. Synonyms: Brash, boisterous, loudmouthed, obnoxious, rowdy, rude, uncivil, vulgar.

6. Related Words: Batty, crazy, funky, giddy, happy, jazzy, kooky, loopy, nutty, zany.

7. Example Sentences:

• He was acting really lairy at the party last night.
• The lairy group of teenagers were making a lot of noise on the bus.
• Her lairy outfit attracted a lot of attention.