5 letter words starting with ACO

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Adverb

Definitions

1. in a state of excitement, confusion, or disarray; agog.

2. with the tail feathers fanned out, as an aggressive bird.

Pronunciations

US: /əˈkɑk/

UK: /əˈkɒk/

Origin and Usage

The word "acock" originates from the Old English word "ācocc" meaning "at a cocks foot" or "on the spur of the moment." It was first used in the 14th century and has been used in literature throughout history. It is considered a rare word in modern usage.

Synonyms

excited, agitated, flustered, disarrayed, ruffled, fanned out, spread out, aggressive

Related Words

cocky, awoke, afoot, ached, acorn

Example Sentences

"The crowd was acock with anticipation as the band took the stage."

"The peacock strutted around the yard with its feathers acock."

Acorn

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A small, oval-shaped nut that comes from an oak tree.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈeɪ.kɔrn/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈeɪ.kɔːn/

Origin and Usage: The word "acorn" comes from the Old English word "æcern," which means "fruit of the oak." Acorns are a food source for many animals, including squirrels, deer, and birds. They have been used as a food source by humans for thousands of years, and were an important food source for Native Americans.

Synonyms: Oak nut, oak seed

Related Words: Oakum, bacon, canon, canto, capon

Example Sentences:

1. She picked up an acorn from the ground and put it in her pocket.
2. Acorns are an important food source for many animals, especially in the fall.
3. The squirrel buried the acorn in the ground so it could find it later.