5 letter words ending in LTA

Delta

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Delta refers to a triangular tract of sediment deposited at the mouth of a river, typically where it diverges into several outlets.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈdɛltə/, UK: /ˈdɛltə/

Origin and Usage: The word delta originated from the Greek letter delta (Δ), which is shaped like a triangle. It was first used to describe the triangular shape of the Nile River delta in Egypt. Today, the term delta is used to describe similar formations at the mouth of many other rivers around the world.

Synonyms: Estuary, river mouth, alluvial fan, flood plain.

Related Words: River, mouth, ester, tidal, flood.

Example Sentences:

• The Mississippi River delta is a vast and complex ecosystem.
• The Nile delta is one of the most fertile regions in the world.
• The Mekong delta in Vietnam is a popular tourist destination.
• The Danube delta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• The Ganges delta is home to over 100 million people.

Pelta

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions: A small shield used by the ancient Greeks; A genus of tropical American ferns with shield-shaped leaves; A crescent-shaped area of skin on the upper eyelid near the nose.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈpɛltə/, UK: /ˈpɛltə/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "pelta" comes from the Greek "peltē," meaning "small shield." It was used by the ancient Greeks as a small shield. The word is now used to refer to a genus of tropical American ferns with shield-shaped leaves, as well as a crescent-shaped area of skin on the upper eyelid near the nose. The usage of this word is mainly limited to the fields of biology and anatomy.

5. Synonyms: For the ferns, synonyms include "elaphoglossum" and "leptopteris." For the crescent-shaped area of skin, there are no commonly used synonyms.

6. Related Words: "Lepta," "petal," "plate," "pleat," "taper."

7. Example Sentences:

• The ancient Greeks used a pelta as a small shield in battle.
• The pelta fern is native to tropical America.
• The pelta is a crescent-shaped area of skin on the upper eyelid near the nose.

Here is the information on "volta": Volta 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

1. (physics) a sudden change in potential difference between two points in an electric circuit

2. (dance) a turn in which the body rotates on one foot and the other foot is kicked out

3. (poetry) a turn or change in direction, especially a sudden or unexpected one

3. Pronunciations:

US: /ˈvoʊltə/

UK: /ˈvɒltə/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "volta" comes from Italian and means "turn". In physics, it refers to a sudden change in potential difference between two points in an electric circuit. In dance, it refers to a turn in which the body rotates on one foot and the other foot is kicked out. In poetry, it refers to a turn or change in direction, especially a sudden or unexpected one.

5. Synonyms:

1. (physics) electrical surge, power surge

2. (dance) pirouette, spin

3. (poetry) twist, turn, shift

6. Related Words:

1. voltaic

2. voltes

7. Example Sentences:

1. The circuit experienced a sudden volta, causing the lights to flicker.

2. The dancer executed a perfect volta, impressing the audience with her grace and precision.

3. The poem took a surprising volta in the final stanza, revealing a hidden meaning that had not been apparent before.