5 letter words ending in OES

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

An oboe is a musical instrument that is part of the woodwind family. It is played by blowing air through a double reed, which vibrates to create sound. The oboe has a distinctive sound that is often used in classical music.

Pronunciations

US: /oʊˈboʊz/

UK: /ˈəʊbəʊz/

Origin and Usage

The word "oboe" comes from the French word "hautbois," which means "high wood." The oboe has been used in classical music since the 17th century and is still widely used today. It is often used as a solo instrument or as part of an orchestra.

Synonyms

None

Related Words

Flute, Trump, Sax, Horns, Clar

Example Sentences

1. She played the oboe beautifully during the concert.
2. The orchestras oboe player was sick, so they had to find a replacement.
3. He bought a new oboe reed because his old one was worn out.

Shoes Parts of Speech: Noun Definitions: Shoes are pieces of footwear worn on the feet. They are typically made of leather, rubber, or other materials and are designed to protect the feet and provide support while walking or running. Pronunciations: US: /ʃuz/ UK: /ʃuːz/ Origin and Usage: The word "shoe" comes from the Old English word "sceōh" and has been used to describe footwear for centuries. Shoes are an essential part of daily life and are worn by people of all ages and genders for a variety of purposes, from work to fashion. Synonyms: Footwear, boots, sandals, sneakers, loafers, pumps, flats. Related Words: Boots, socks, heels, pumps, flats. Example Sentences:

• She bought a new pair of shoes for the wedding.
• He kicked off his shoes and relaxed on the couch.
• The muddy shoes left footprints on the carpet.
• She wore comfortable shoes for the long walk.
• The store had a wide selection of shoes to choose from.

aloes

Parts of Speech: noun

Definition: a plant with bitter juice used in medicine and cosmetics

Pronunciations: US: /ˈæloʊz/ UK: /ˈaləʊz/

Origin and Usage: Aloes come from the aloe plant, a genus of succulent plants that are native to Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. The word "aloes" is derived from the Arabic word "alloeh," which means "bitter and shiny substance." The plant has been used in medicine and cosmetics for thousands of years, and its use is mentioned in ancient Egyptian texts and the Bible.

Synonyms: aloe vera, aloe barbadensis

Related Words: agave, aspen, cacti, cedar, cypress

Example Sentences:

1. She used aloe vera gel to soothe her sunburn.
2. The ancient Egyptians used aloes as a laxative.
3. Aloes are often used in cosmetics for their moisturizing properties.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A sheet of floating ice, especially a large flat one.
2. A mass of floating ice broken away from a larger body.

Pronunciations:

US: /floʊz/
UK: /fləʊz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "floes" originated from the Middle Dutch word "vlo" which means "an area of water". It was first used in the English language in the early 17th century. Floes are a common sight in polar regions and are formed when ice is broken away from a larger body, such as a glacier or ice shelf. They can pose a hazard to ships and are often studied by climate scientists to better understand the effects of climate change.

Synonyms:

Ice sheet, ice floe, ice field, ice pack, ice shelf, iceberg

Related Words:

Glaze, frost, slush, sleet, icier

Example Sentences:

1. As they approached the Arctic Circle, they encountered large floes of ice that made navigation difficult.
2. The polar bears were seen jumping from one ice floe to another in search of food.
3. The ship had to be diverted to avoid a massive ice floe that was drifting towards them.

Here you go: Sloes

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

1. The small, bitter, bluish-black fruit of the blackthorn bush, often used to make sloe gin or jam.
2. The blackthorn bush itself.

3. Pronunciations: (US: /sloʊz/, UK: /sləʊz/)

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "sloes" originated from the Old English word "slāh" and has been used to describe the fruit of the blackthorn bush since the 16th century. Sloes are commonly used to make sloe gin or jam, and are also used in traditional medicine for their astringent properties.

5. Synonyms: None

6. Related Words:

• Blaze
• Bloom
• Brier
• Chive
• Clove

7. Example Sentences:

• She picked sloes from the blackthorn bush to make sloe gin.
• He made a batch of sloe jam using the fruit from his garden.
• The blackthorn bush was covered in sloes this year.