5 letter words ending in URT

Blurt 1. Parts of Speech:

verb (used without object)

2. Definitions:

• to utter suddenly or inadvertently; divulge impulsively or unadvisedly (source: KoalaChat)
• to speak suddenly or without thinking (source: Merriam-Webster)

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /blɜrt/
• UK: /blɜːt/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "blurt" originated in the 16th century from the Middle Low German word "plurtzen," which means to burst out laughing. Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to mean to speak impulsively or without thinking. Today, "blurt" is commonly used in informal contexts to describe someone who speaks without considering the consequences of their words.

5. Synonyms:

• spill
• reveal
• let slip
• expose
• disclose

6. Related Words:

• bruit
• flirt
• grunt
• grout
• trout

7. Example Sentences:

• She couldn help but blurt out the surprise party plans. (source: KoalaChat)
• He blurted out the answer before the teacher finished asking the question. (source: Merriam-Webster)

Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

Definitions

• Noun: A tribunal or forum established for the administration of justice. A quadrangular area, either open or covered, marked out for a specific ball game. (source: Merriam-Webster)
• Verb: To attempt to win (a game or match) while giving ones opponent as few points as possible. (source: Oxford English Dictionary)

Pronunciations

• US: /kɔrt/
• UK: /kɔːt/

Origin and Usage

The word "court" originated from Middle English and Old French. It has been used since the 12th century to refer to a tribunal or forum established for the administration of justice. In sports, "court" has been used since the 16th century to refer to a quadrangular area marked out for a specific ball game.

Synonyms

• Judicial system
• Forum
• Field
• Playing area

Related Words

• Crout
• Route
• Tutor
• Crate
• Actor

Example Sentences

• The court found the defendant guilty of the charges.
• She served as a judge in the local court for 20 years.
• The basketball court was newly renovated.
• The tennis court is closed for repairs.
• He is practicing his serve on the court.
• The team played on a different court than usual.

Spurt

Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

• Noun: A sudden burst or outpouring of something, such as liquid or energy.
• Verb: To gush or shoot out suddenly and forcefully, often in a short burst.

Pronunciations:

• US: /spərt/
• UK: /spɜːt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "spurt" originated in the late 16th century, possibly from the Middle Low German word "spurten," meaning "to jump up suddenly." It is often used to describe a sudden, brief burst of energy, such as a spurt of speed during a race. It can also be used to describe a sudden outpouring of liquid, such as a spurt of blood from a wound.

Synonyms:

• Burst
• Gush
• Jet
• Squirt
• Stream

Related Words:

• Spurn
• Spurs
• Spout
• Sport
• Sputa

Example Sentences:

• The runner had a sudden spurt of energy and sprinted to the finish line.
• The wound began to spurt blood, and they quickly applied pressure to stop the bleeding.
• The hose spurted water all over the lawn.