5 letter words ending in OIN

aloin

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: a bitter, yellow crystalline compound found in aloe vera

Pronunciation (US): əˈloʊɪn

Pronunciation (UK): əˈləʊɪn

Origin and Usage: Aloin is derived from the word "aloe," which is a genus of succulent plants. It is a bitter, yellow crystalline compound found in the sap of aloe vera plants.

Synonyms: barbaloin, aloe-emodin, aloesin

Related Words: aalii, aioli, eloin, alibi, aloft

Example Sentences:

• She applied aloe vera gel to her sunburn to soothe the pain.
• The aloin in aloe vera can cause diarrhea if consumed in large amounts.
• Many people use aloe vera to treat skin conditions because of its anti-inflammatory properties.

Groin Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. The area of the body where the legs meet the torso; the inguinal region.
2. A curved edge formed by two intersecting vaults.
3. A piece of armor that protects the groin.

Pronunciations

• US: /ɡrɔɪn/
• UK: /ɡrɔɪn/

Origin and Usage

The word "groin" comes from the Old French word "groigne," meaning "snout" or "muzzle." It was originally used to refer to the snout or muzzle of an animal, but later came to refer to the area of the body where the legs meet the torso. The term is commonly used in anatomy, medicine, and sports.

Synonyms

• inguinal region
• crotch

Related Words

• grain
• going
• groom
• grown
• grout

Example Sentences

• He felt a sharp pain in his groin after running for an hour.
• The groin vaults in the cathedral were beautifully decorated.
• The knight wore a suit of armor that included a groin plate.

Heres the information you requested: Quoin

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A wedge-shaped block used to secure a structure or to provide a decorative effect.

Pronunciations: US: /kɔɪn/; UK: /kwɔɪn/

Origin and Usage: The word "quoin" originated from Middle French "coing" meaning "corner" and was first used in the 15th century. It is commonly used in architecture to describe a wedge-shaped block that is used to secure a structure or to provide a decorative effect.

Synonyms: cornerstone, angle block, wedge, cornerstone, keystone.

Related Words: coins, quoit, quoin, quito, quods.

Example Sentences:

• The architect used a quoin to add a decorative touch to the buildings exterior.
• The mason placed the quoin at the corner of the foundation to add stability to the structure.
• The ancient Greeks used large stones as quoins in their temples.