5 letter words ending in TAR

iftar

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Iftar is the meal eaten by Muslims after sunset during Ramadan to break their fast.

Pronunciations: US: /ɪfˈtɑr/, UK: /ɪfˈtɑː/

Origin and Usage: The word "iftar" comes from the Arabic word "iftār" which means "breakfast" or "to break the fast." It is used to refer to the meal that is eaten by Muslims after sunset during the holy month of Ramadan to break their fast.

Synonyms: The word "iftar" does not have any synonyms.

Related Words: feast, sahur, suhoor, suhur, tajin

Example Sentences:

• During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset and break their fast with an iftar meal.
• She prepared a delicious iftar meal for her family.
• Many mosques offer free iftar meals to the community during Ramadan.

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. An Indian stringed musical instrument with a long neck and a varying number of strings.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈsɪtɑr/
• UK: /ˈsɪtɑː/

Origin and Usage

The word "sitar" comes from the Persian word "setar," which means "three strings." The sitar is a popular instrument in Indian classical music and is believed to have originated in the 13th century. It has a long neck and a rounded gourd-shaped body. The sitar has been used in Western music as well, particularly in the 1960s when musicians such as George Harrison of the Beatles and Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones incorporated the instrument into their music.

Synonyms

• None

Related Words

• Stair
• Start
• Strap
• Stare
• Stark

Example Sentences

1. She played the sitar beautifully.
2. George Harrison was known for his sitar playing on Beatles songs such as "Norwegian Wood."
3. The musician carefully tuned each string on his sitar before beginning to play.

Altar

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A table or platform used for religious rites in a church or other place of worship.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈɔːltər/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈɔːltə/

Origin and Usage: The word "altar" comes from the Latin word "altare," meaning "high place." It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe a table or platform used for religious rites in a church or other place of worship.

Synonyms: Sanctuary, shrine, tabernacle, temple, chapel.

Related Words: Altos, alert, later, artel, ratel.

Example Sentences:

1. He knelt at the altar and prayed for guidance.
2. The priest lit candles on the altar.
3. The wedding ceremony was held in front of the altar.

Attar

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A fragrant essential oil, especially that obtained from roses, used in perfumes.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈætər/, UK: /ˈætɑː/

Origin and Usage: The word "attar" is derived from the Persian word "atir" which means "fragrance". Attar is commonly used in perfumes and is obtained through the process of steam distillation of flowers, especially roses. It has been used for centuries in the Middle East and South Asia for its fragrance and therapeutic properties.

Synonyms: Perfume oil, essential oil, fragrance, aroma

Related Words: Aroma, scent, smell, spice, oil

Example Sentences:

• She dabbed a drop of attar on her wrists before heading out to the party.
• Attar of roses is a popular ingredient in many high-end perfumes.
• The attar from jasmine flowers is known for its calming properties.