5 letter words ending in URY

Here is the dictionary-style entry for "saury": saury

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: a long, slender, marine fish with a silver-colored body and greenish-blue back, found in the North Pacific Ocean and used for food

Pronunciation (US): /ˈsɔːri/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈsɔːri/

Origin and Usage: The word "saury" comes from the Japanese word "sanma." It is a type of fish that is commonly eaten in Japan, Korea, and other parts of Asia. It is also known as "mackerel pike" or "skipper."

Synonyms: mackerel pike, skipper

Related Words: sushi, sable, scone, scrod, skink

Example Sentences:

• She grilled some saury for dinner.
• The saury is a popular fish in Japanese cuisine.
• He caught a saury while fishing in the North Pacific Ocean.

Usury

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definition: The practice of lending money at an exorbitant rate of interest.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈjuʒəri/; UK: /ˈjuːʒ(ə)ri/

Origin and Usage: Usury comes from the Latin word usura, which means "interest" or "usury". The practice of usury is considered unethical and is often illegal. It has been condemned by many religions and societies throughout history. The term is commonly used in the context of loans and lending practices.

Synonyms: Loan-sharking, loan-sharkery, loaning at high interest rates, loan exploitation.

Related Words: Money, loans, debts, rates, loans.

Example Sentences:

• Usury is a practice that is not only unethical but also illegal in many countries.
• He charged an exorbitant amount of interest on the loan, which was clearly an act of usury.
• The government has taken steps to control the practice of usury by imposing strict regulations on lending practices.
• Many people fall victim to usury because they are in desperate need of money and are willing to pay high interest rates.
• The lender was accused of usury when he charged an interest rate that was three times the legal limit.