5 letter words starting with ABO

Abode

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A place of residence or home.

Pronunciation (US): /əˈboʊd/

Pronunciation (UK): /əˈbəʊd/

Origin and Usage: Abode is derived from the Middle English word "abiden" which means "to wait, remain, or dwell." It has been in use since the 14th century and is still commonly used today.

Synonyms: Dwelling, domicile, residence, habitation, home, house.

Related Words: House, lodge, place, shack, villa.

Example Sentences:

1. He was excited to move into his new abode.
2. The couple decided to renovate their abode instead of moving.
3. Her abode was a small apartment in the city.
4. His abode was a large mansion in the countryside.
5. They invited their friends over to their abode for a dinner party.

Heres the dictionary-style definition for "aboon": aboon 1. Parts of Speech: adverb
2. Definitions: Above, upward, or higher than something.
3. Pronunciations: US: /əˈbun/; UK: /əˈbuːn/
4. Origin and Usage: "Aboon" is a Scottish word that means "above" or "upward." It is mainly used in Scottish poetry and literature.
5. Synonyms: Above, upward, high, over, aloft.
6. Related Words: Above, about, abuzz, abhor, abase.
7. Example Sentences:
- The moon was shining aboon the hilltops. - The bird flew aboon the clouds. - The kite soared aboon the trees.

Abort Parts of Speech

Verb

Definitions

1. to end a pregnancy before the fetus would be able to live on its own
2. to stop something before it is completed, especially because it is not successful or because there is danger

Pronunciations

• US: /əˈbɔrt/
• UK: /əˈbɔːt/

Origin and Usage

The word "abort" comes from the Latin word "abortus," meaning "miscarriage." It was first used in English in the mid-16th century to refer to the spontaneous end of a pregnancy. In the 20th century, it began to be used more broadly to refer to the termination of any process or activity before it is completed. The medical use of the term "abortion" to refer to the deliberate ending of a pregnancy is controversial and has been the subject of much debate.

Synonyms

• terminate
• halt
• cancel
• stop

Related Words

• about
• above
• abuse
• abide
• abhor

Example Sentences

• She decided to abort the pregnancy because of health concerns.
• The mission had to be aborted due to technical difficulties.
• He decided to abort the project because it was not financially viable.

About

Part of Speech: adverb, preposition

Definition: As an adverb, "about" means approximately or nearly, while as a preposition, it means concerning or regarding something.

Pronunciations: US: /əˈbaʊt/, UK: /əˈbaʊt/

Origin and Usage: The word "about" comes from the Old English word "abutan," which means "around." It has been in use since the 14th century, and its usage has evolved over time. As an adverb, it is commonly used to indicate an approximate amount or time. As a preposition, it is used to indicate the subject of discussion or the topic at hand.

Synonyms: approximately, nearly, around, concerning, regarding

Related Words: above, abuzz, abhor, abbot, abode

Example Sentences:

• As an adverb:
  • He was about 6 feet tall. (meaning approximately)
  • The movie starts at about 8 PM. (meaning nearly)
• As a preposition:
  • We need to talk about the budget. (meaning concerning)
  • She was worried about her exam. (meaning regarding)

Above 1. Parts of Speech:

Above is a preposition, adverb, and adjective.

2. Definitions:

• As a preposition, above means at a higher level or position than something else, or higher than a particular amount or limit.
• As an adverb, above means at or to a higher level or position.
• As an adjective, above means situated higher than something else, or higher in rank or importance.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK):

• US: /əˈbʌv/
• UK: /əˈbʌv/

4. Origin and Usage:

Above originated from the Old English word "abufan", which means "on top of". It has been used in English since the 14th century. Above is commonly used to indicate a higher position or level, whether it is physical or metaphorical. It is also used to indicate a greater amount or degree.

5. Synonyms:

• Preposition: over, on top of, higher than, beyond
• Adverb: overhead, up, up above, aloft
• Adjective: higher, superior, surpassing, greater

6. Related Words:

• Below
• Aloft
• Above
• Atmos
• Blaze

7. Example Sentences:

• As a preposition: The bird flew above the tree.
• As an adverb: The balloon floated above.
• As an adjective: The apartment above the store was for rent.