5 letter words ending in TE

Parts of Speech

Ovate is an adjective.

Definitions

Ovate means having the shape of an egg, with one end larger than the other.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈoʊveɪt/
• UK: /ˈəʊveɪt/

Origin and Usage

Ovate comes from the Latin word "ovatus," which means "egg-shaped." It has been used in English since the mid-18th century to describe things that are shaped like an egg, such as leaves or fruits.

Synonyms

• egg-shaped
• elliptical
• ovoid

Related Words

• oaten
• ovary
• overt
• ovine
• ozone

Example Sentences

• The leaf of the plant is ovate in shape.
• The fruit is ovate and about the size of a small egg.
• The bird has an ovate body and a long tail.

motte

1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions:
   • A mound of earth, often topped with a castle, built by the Normans in the Middle Ages as a defensive fortification (source: Oxford Languages).
   • A small hill or mound (source: Merriam-Webster).
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /mɑt/
   • UK: /mɒt/
4. Origin and Usage:
   • The word "motte" comes from the Old French word "motte" meaning "mound" or "hillock" (source: Oxford Languages).
   • The term was commonly used in the Middle Ages to describe the mounds of earth that were built by the Normans as a defensive fortification (source: Merriam-Webster).
5. Synonyms:
   • Hill
   • Mound
   • Embankment
6. Related Words:
   • Emote
   • Motto
   • Comet
   • Smote
   • Torte
7. Example Sentences:
   • The castle was built on a motte, which provided a strategic advantage against potential invaders.
   • The park had a small motte that was perfect for picnics and enjoying the view.

Monte

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A gambling card game in which players bet on which cards will be drawn from a dealing box.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈmɑn.teɪ/, UK: /ˈmɒn.ti/

Origin and Usage: The word "monte" comes from the Spanish word "monte" meaning "mountain." The game of monte originated in Mexico and was brought to the United States in the 19th century. It was a popular gambling game in the Old West and is still played today in some parts of the world.

Synonyms: Three-card monte, Find the lady, Bonneteau, and Three-card trick.

Related Words: Money, Month, Monte, and Motel.

Example Sentences:

• He lost all his money playing monte.
• She watched as the dealer shuffled the cards for the next game of monte.
• Monte is a popular game in some parts of South America.

Skite 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

As a noun: (1) a person who is conceited or boastful; (2) a show-off. As a verb: (1) to boast or brag; (2) to slide or glide smoothly or easily.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK):

US: /skaɪt/; UK: /skʌɪt/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "skite" originated in Scotland and is used in Scottish and Irish English. It is considered a colloquial term and is often used in informal settings. The noun form of "skite" is often used to describe someone who is arrogant or obnoxious, while the verb form is used to describe someone who is bragging or showing off.

5. Synonyms:

Noun: show-off, braggart, windbag, boaster. Verb: brag, boast, swagger, strut.

6. Related Words:

Aside, skate, skeet, skint, skive.

7. Example Sentences:

Noun: Hes such a skite, always talking about how great he is. Verb: She skited about her new car to anyone who would listen.

Here is the requested information on "scute": 1. Parts of Speech: Noun 2. Definitions: - A bony external plate or scale, as on the shell of a turtle or the skin of a crocodile. - A small, horny or bony plate on the skin of some animals, such as pangolins, armadillos, or some lizards. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /skyoot/ - UK: /skjuːt/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "scute" comes from the Latin word "scutum," meaning "shield." It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe the bony external plates or scales found on the skin of various animals, including turtles, crocodiles, pangolins, armadillos, and some lizards. 5. Synonyms: Scale, plate, armor, shell 6. Related Words: Scale, plate, armor, shell 7. Example Sentences: - The turtles shell was covered in scutes that protected it from predators. - The pangolins body was covered in overlapping scutes that provided it with a natural armor. - The crocodiles skin was covered in tough, bony scutes that helped it survive in its harsh environment.