5 letter words ending in VY

Chevy 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: a Chevrolet car or truck
• Verb: to chase or pursue (someone or something) in a persistent or annoying way

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈʃɛvi/
• UK: /ˈʃɛvi/

4. Origin and Usage:

The term "Chevy" is a colloquialism for Chevrolet, an American automobile manufacturer. The verb form of "Chevy" means to chase or pursue someone or something persistently or annoyingly. This usage is most commonly found in American English and is believed to have originated in the early 20th century. The noun form of "Chevy" refers specifically to a Chevrolet car or truck.

5. Synonyms:

• pursue
• chase
• trail
• follow
• hound

6. Related Words:

• chive
• curve
• heavy
• levee
• nerve

7. Example Sentences:

• He drove his Chevy to the party.
• The police officer was trying to Chevy the suspect down the alley.

Parts of Speech: noun, verb
Definitions:
1. (noun) a small tent or shelter used for camping or outdoor activities
2. (verb) to set up or stay in a bivvy
Pronunciations:
US: /ˈbɪvi/
UK: /ˈbɪvi/
Origin and Usage:
The word "bivvy" is a shortened form of "bivouac," which comes from the French word "bivouac" meaning "a night watch." It was first used in English in the early 19th century to refer to a temporary campsite for soldiers. In modern usage, "bivvy" refers to a small tent or shelter used for camping or outdoor activities, often used by hikers, climbers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. As a verb, "bivvy" means to set up or stay in a bivvy.
Synonyms: shelter, tent, camp, encampment
Related Words: cabin, lodge, yurts, tepee, tents
Example Sentences:
- They set up a bivvy on the mountain and spent the night there.
- He bivvied in a small tent on the beach during his solo camping trip.
- They decided to bivvy at the base of the climb instead of making the long hike back to camp.

Heres the requested information about the word "nervy": 1. Parts of Speech: Adjective 2. Definitions: - Having or showing courage or confidence; bold or brazen (e.g. a nervy performance) - Easily agitated or irritated; touchy (e.g. a nervy person) 3. Pronunciations: - US: /ˈnɜrvi/ - UK: /ˈnɜːvi/ 4. Origin and Usage: - The word "nervy" is derived from the noun "nerve," which refers to the fibers that transmit impulses between the brain and other parts of the body. It has been used in English since the late 18th century to describe someone who is courageous or confident, and since the early 20th century to describe someone who is easily agitated or irritated. 5. Synonyms: Bold, courageous, daring, fearless, gutsy, plucky, spunky, touchy, irritable, sensitive 6. Related Words: - Nerve, nerva, nervi, nervo, nerva 7. Example Sentences: - She gave a nervy performance that wowed the audience. - Hes a nervy guy who isn afraid to take risks. - Don be so nervy - I was just trying to help.

Heres the requested information on "skivy": Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb, adjective.

Definitions:

As a noun, "skivy" refers to a type of shirt or undershirt worn by sailors or military personnel. As a verb, "skivy" means to work hard, especially at menial tasks. As an adjective, "skivy" describes something that is cheap or of low quality.

Pronunciations:

US: /ˈskɪvi/

UK: /ˈskɪvi/

Origin and Usage:

The word "skivy" originated as a term used by sailors in the early 20th century to refer to the undershirts they wore. It is believed to be a corruption of the word "sweater," which was a common term for a knitted garment worn by sailors. Over time, "skivy" came to be used more broadly to refer to any type of undershirt. The verb form of "skivy" emerged later, likely as a reference to the hard work required of sailors and military personnel. The adjective form of "skivy" is a more recent development, and is often used to describe something that is cheap or of low quality.

Synonyms:

As a noun, "skivy" is synonymous with "undershirt" or "T-shirt." As a verb, synonyms include "toil," "labor," and "work hard." As an adjective, "skivy" is synonymous with "cheap," "inferior," or "low-quality."

Related Words:

Shirt, sweat, knave, knick, knish.

Example Sentences:

• He wore a skivy under his uniform to keep warm.
• The sailors were ordered to skivy all day in the hot sun.
• The hotel was a bit skivy, but it was cheap and close to the beach.

Here is the requested information for the word "privy": Parts of Speech

Noun, Adjective

Definitions

1. secret or private
2. a toilet located in a small shed or outhouse

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈprɪvi/
• UK: /ˈprɪvi/

Origin and Usage

The word "privy" comes from the Old French word "privé," meaning "private." It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe something that is secret or private. The word is also used to describe a small outdoor toilet, which was once a common feature in rural areas.

Synonyms

• confidential
• private
• secret
• outhouse
• latrine

Related Words

• drive
• alive
• trivy
• river
• prize

Example Sentences

1. He was privy to the companys financial information.
2. The privy was located at the back of the garden.