5 letter words ending in ULCH

Gulch Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A narrow and steep-sided ravine, especially one marking the course of a fast stream.

2. A small ravine or gully.

Pronunciations:

US: /ɡʌltʃ/

UK: /ɡʌltʃ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "gulch" originated in the early 19th century from the American English dialect. It is believed to be a variant of the word "gullet" which means a narrow passage. The word is commonly used in American English to describe a narrow and steep-sided ravine, especially one marking the course of a fast stream. It is also used to describe a small ravine or gully.

Synonyms:

Ravine, canyon, gorge, gully, chasm, defile, couloir.

Related Words:

Canyon, chasm, gorge, canyon, glade, glaze.

Example Sentences:

1. The miners found gold nuggets in the gulch.

2. The hikers followed the trail along the gulch.

3. The storm caused a flash flood in the gulch.

mulch Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Definitions:

• Noun: a protective covering of organic material (such as leaves, straw, or compost) spread around plants to enrich or insulate the soil
• Verb: to cover (a plant) with mulch

Pronunciations:

• US: /mʌltʃ/
• UK: /mʌltʃ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "mulch" originated from the Middle English word "molsh" which means "soft, moist, or tender." It was first used in the 17th century to describe a protective covering for plants. Mulch is commonly used in gardening and agriculture to enrich the soil, retain moisture, suppress weed growth, and regulate soil temperature.

Synonyms:

• compost
• manure
• straw
• leaves
• grass clippings

Related Words:

• comfy
• smush
• plush
• crush
• flush

Example Sentences:

• She spread mulch around the base of her tomato plants to keep the soil moist and prevent weeds from growing.
• The farmer mulched his fields with straw to protect the crops from the hot sun.
• He spent the afternoon mulching the flower beds in his backyard.