5 letter words ending in OUSE

Mouse

A mouse is a noun and part of speech that refers to a small, furry rodent with a pointed snout, rounded ears, and a long, hairless tail. (US pronunciation: /maʊs/; UK pronunciation: /maʊs/).

The word "mouse" originated from Middle English "mous" and Old English "mus". It has been used in English since the 14th century and is commonly used to refer to the small rodent that is often considered a pest in homes and other buildings.

Some synonyms for "mouse" include rodent, vermin, and pest. Related 5-letter words include "rat", "vole", and "shrew".

Example sentences:

• The mouse scurried across the kitchen floor.
• She set a trap to catch the mice in her attic.
• He used a computer mouse to navigate the screen.

House

Parts of Speech: noun, verb

Definitions:

1. a building for human habitation, especially one that is lived in by a family or small group of people
2. a commercial or industrial building, such as a hotel, hospital, or office
3. a place where something is kept or stored
4. to provide with a house or place to live; to shelter or lodge

Pronunciations:

• US: /haʊs/
• UK: /haʊs/

Origin and Usage:

The word "house" comes from the Old English word "hūs" which meant "dwelling, shelter, house". Its usage as a noun to refer to a building for human habitation dates back to the 9th century. The verb form of "house" meaning to provide with a place to live or shelter is also quite old, dating back to the 13th century. Today, "house" is a common word used to refer to a variety of buildings and structures, from residential homes to commercial buildings.

Synonyms:

• residence
• domicile
• dwelling
• abode
• lodging

Related Words:

• homes
• rooms
• villa
• cabin
• manor

Example Sentences:

1. She lives in a small house in the suburbs.
2. The companys headquarters is housed in a modern office building.
3. The museum houses a collection of ancient artifacts.
4. The organization works to house homeless veterans.