5 letter words ending in UCK

Pluck Part of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

• (Noun) Courage or resolution in the face of difficulties.
• (Verb) To pull off or out; to pick or remove by pulling.

Pronunciations

• US: /plʌk/
• UK: /plʌk/

Origin and Usage

The word "pluck" originated from the Old English word "pluccian," which means "to pluck, pull, or snatch." It has been used in English since the 14th century. As a noun, "pluck" refers to the quality of having courage or determination. As a verb, it means to pull or remove something, often with a quick motion.

Synonyms

• Courage: bravery, valor, fearlessness
• Verb: pull, yank, extract, remove

Related Words

• Cluck
• Plumb
• Plush
• Plait
• Plank

Example Sentences

• She showed great pluck in facing her fears.
• He plucked a flower from the garden.
• The chef plucked the feathers from the chicken.

Here is the requested information on the word "amuck": Amuck

Part of Speech: Adverb, adjective

Definition: In a frenzied or uncontrolled manner.

Pronunciation (US): /əˈmək/

Pronunciation (UK): /əˈmʌk/

Origin and Usage: The word "amuck" is derived from the Malay word "amuk," which means to attack or kill. It was first recorded in the English language in the early 17th century, and it is often used in the phrase "run amuck." This phrase originally referred to a particular type of attack in Malay culture, but it has since come to mean any frenzied or uncontrolled behavior.

Synonyms: Wildly, frantically, berserk, maniacally, uncontrollably.

Related Words: Pluck, cluck, stuck, truck, yucky.

Example Sentences:

• He ran amuck in the store, knocking over shelves and screaming at customers.
• The dog went amuck when the mailman arrived.
• After losing his job, he went amuck and started drinking heavily.

Here is the requested information about "cluck": Cluck 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

2. Definitions

As a noun, "cluck" means the characteristic sound made by a hen, or a person who is foolish or naive. As a verb, it means to make the sound of a hen or to express disapproval or annoyance.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /klʌk/

UK: /klʌk/

4. Origin and Usage

"Cluck" is an onomatopoeic word that imitates the sound made by a hen. It has been in use since the late 16th century. The word is commonly used in informal settings to describe the sound made by a hen or to express disapproval or annoyance.

5. Synonyms

As a noun, synonyms for "cluck" include cackle and chuckle. As a verb, synonyms include chortle and giggle.

6. Related Words

Click, clock, clunk, clasp, clams

7. Example Sentences

Noun: The sound of the hens cluck woke up the farmer.

Verb: She would cluck her tongue disapprovingly whenever he spoke.

Chuck

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Definition:

• Verb: to throw (something) carelessly or casually.
• Noun: a cut of beef that extends from the neck to the ribs.

Pronunciations:

• US: /tʃək/
• UK: /tʃʌk/

Origin and Usage:

• The verb "chuck" originated in the late 16th century as a variant of "choke." It was used to describe the act of choking or suffocating. Over time, the meaning shifted to describe the act of throwing something carelessly or casually. The noun "chuck" comes from the same origin and refers to a cut of beef that comes from the neck to the ribs. It is commonly used in the United States and Canada.

Synonyms:

• Verb: toss, hurl, fling, throw
• Noun: shoulder clod, pot roast, blade roast

Related Words:

• Chump
• Chirk
• Chive
• Chaff
• Chase

Example Sentences:

• Verb: She chucked her phone on the bed and walked away.
• Noun: He cooked a delicious chuck roast for dinner.