5 letter words ending in OOSE

Goose

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb
2. Definitions:
   • (Noun) A waterbird with a long neck and webbed feet, typically larger than a duck and having a honking call.
   • (Verb) To poke or prod (someone) playfully, especially in the ribs.
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /ɡus/
   • UK: /ɡuːs/
4. Origin and Usage:
   • The word "goose" originated from the Old English word "gōs" and has been used since the 9th century to refer to the bird. The verb form of "goose" has been used since the 16th century to mean "to poke or prod someone playfully."
   • "Goose" is commonly used in idiomatic expressions, such as "to cook someones goose" (to ruin someones plans) and "wild goose chase" (a hopeless pursuit).
5. Synonyms:
   • (Noun) Gander, bird, waterfowl
   • (Verb) Nudge, poke, prod
6. Related Words:
   • Swan
   • Ducks
   • Chick
   • Birds
   • Crows
7. Example Sentences:
   • The geese flew south for the winter.
   • He goosed her playfully in the ribs.

Definition of Loose

Part of Speech: adjective, verb

Definition:

• Adjective: not firmly or tightly fixed in place; not fitting tightly; not strict or exact; not dense or compact; morally lax; promiscuous.
• Verb: to set free; to make less tight; to release.

Pronunciation:

• US: /luːs/
• UK: /luːs/

Origin and Usage:

The word "loose" has Old English roots and was first used in the 14th century. It is derived from the Old Norse word "lauss," meaning "loose, free." The adjective form is often used to describe clothing that is not tight-fitting. The verb form is used to describe the act of releasing something or making it less tight.

Synonyms:

• Adjective: slack, lax, baggy, roomy, imprecise, vague, promiscuous, immoral, unchaste.
• Verb: untie, unfasten, release, detach, free, liberate.

Related Words:

• choose
• close
• goose
• moose
• noose

Example Sentences:

• The screws on the table were loose.
• She wore a loose-fitting dress to the party.
• His interpretation of the law was too loose and imprecise.
• She had a reputation for being loose and promiscuous.
• He decided to loose the rope and let the boat drift.

Moose Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

A large deer with palmate antlers, a sloping back, and a growth of skin hanging from the neck.

Pronunciations

• US: /muːs/
• UK: /muːs/

Origin and Usage

The word "moose" originated from the Algonquian language, which is spoken by Native Americans. It was first used in English in the early 1600s. Moose are found in North America, Europe, and Asia, and are known for their large size and unique antlers. They are hunted for their meat and antlers, and are also a popular animal for wildlife watching.

Synonyms

• Elk
• Wapiti

Related Words

• Bison
• Rhino
• Hippo
• Zebra
• Panda

Example Sentences

• The moose wandered through the forest, its antlers catching the sunlight.
• Moose are known for their impressive size and unique antlers.
• The hunter tracked the moose through the snow, hoping for a successful hunt.

noose

Parts of Speech: noun, verb

Definition: a loop with a knot that tightens when pulled, used to trap animals or hang people; to trap or strangle with a noose

Pronunciations: US: /nuːs/; UK: /nuːz/

Origin and Usage: The word "noose" comes from the Old English word "nosu" meaning "neck" or "throat." It has been used since the 14th century to describe a looped knot used to trap animals or hang people. The verb form "noose" has been used since the 16th century to describe the act of trapping or strangling with a noose.

Synonyms: snare, trap, lasso, halter, cord, rope

Related Words: knot, loop, snare, trap, choke

Example Sentences:

• He tightened the noose around the animals neck to trap it.
• The criminal was caught and hung by a noose.
• She felt like she was caught in a noose and couldn escape the situation.
• The cowboy expertly threw the noose around the calfs neck.
• He tried to noose the bird with a piece of string.