5 letter words ending in RIN

Parts of Speech:

noun

Definitions:

1. a highly toxic synthetic compound used as a chemical weapon, originally developed in Germany in 1938
2. any of a class of organophosphorus compounds that inhibit cholinesterase and are used as insecticides and as chemical warfare agents

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsɛrɪn/
• UK: /ˈsærɪn/

Origin and Usage:

Sarin is a highly toxic synthetic compound that was originally developed in Germany in 1938. It is a nerve agent that works by inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase, which is responsible for breaking down the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. This causes a buildup of acetylcholine in the body, leading to overstimulation of the nervous system and ultimately, death. Sarin was used as a chemical weapon in the Iran-Iraq War and in a terrorist attack in Tokyo in 1995.

Synonyms:

• GB
• isopropyl methylphosphonofluoridate
• GB2
• NATO designation: GB (G-series, B)

Related Words:

• agent
• toxin
• nerve
• poison
• lethal

Example Sentences:

1. The use of sarin as a chemical weapon is banned under international law.
2. The soldiers were exposed to sarin during the attack.

Serin

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

• A small finch of the genus Serinus, native to Eurasia and Africa.
• A yellow crystalline compound, C10H12N2O, that is an isomer of tryptophan and is a precursor of melanin.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsɛrɪn/
• UK: /ˈsɛrɪn/

Origin and Usage: The word "serin" comes from the Latin word "serinus," which means "of or pertaining to the serin finch." The first recorded use of the word "serin" in English dates back to the early 19th century. Serins are small finches that are native to Eurasia and Africa, and the word "serin" is used to refer to these birds as well as a yellow crystalline compound that is a precursor of melanin.

Synonyms:

• Canary
• Finch
• Bird

Related Words:

• Siren
• Serif
• Serum
• Serry
• Serge

Example Sentences:

• The serin finch is known for its melodious song.
• Scientists have been studying the role of serin in the production of melanin.

Heres the response to your query: burin

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: A pointed tool used for engraving or carving hard materials such as metal or stone.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈbjʊərɪn/, UK: /ˈbʊərɪn/

Origin and Usage: The word "burin" comes from the French word "burin" meaning "graver". It was first used in the English language in the late 16th century. The burin is a tool used by engravers and stonecutters to carve or incise hard materials such as metal, wood, or stone. It has a pointed end that is sharpened to a chisel edge and is used to make fine lines and details.

Synonyms: graver, chisel, engraving tool, carving tool

Related Words: chisel, carve, knife, blade, punch

Example Sentences:

• He used a burin to engrave the intricate design on the metal plate.
• The artist carefully carved the stone with a burin to create the detailed sculpture.
• The burin slipped and made an unintended mark on the metal surface.