5 letter words starting with API

Here is the requested information on the word "apian": Parts of Speech

Adjective

Definitions

1. Relating to or resembling bees.
2. Of or relating to the genus Apis, which includes the honeybee.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈeɪpiən/
• UK: /ˈeɪpiən/

Origin and Usage

The word "apian" comes from the Latin word "apis," meaning "bee." It has been in use since the 17th century to describe things related to bees or resembling bees. In modern usage, it is most often used in scientific contexts, particularly in the study of bees and beekeeping.

Synonyms

bee-like, bee-related, honeybee-related, apiarian

Related Words

beano, paeon, piano, anopia, opian

Example Sentences

1. Her apian instincts kicked in as she reached for the honeycomb.
2. The apian society of the hive is a marvel of cooperation and efficiency.
3. He spent his summers working as an apian researcher, studying the behavior of honeybees.

Parts of Speech

Aping is a verb.

Definitions

To copy or imitate someone or something.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈeɪpɪŋ/
• UK: /ˈeɪpɪŋ/

Origin and Usage

The word "aping" originated from the verb "ape," which means to mimic or copy. It is believed to have been derived from the Old English "apa," meaning "ape" or "monkey." The word "aping" is commonly used to describe someone who is copying or imitating someone or something else, often in a mocking or derisive way.

Synonyms

• Imitating
• Mimicking
• Copying
• Emulating
• Parroting

Related Words

• Apian
• Apple
• Apron
• Ample
• Adapt

Example Sentences

• The children were aping their teachers accent.
• He was aping the way his favorite actor walked.
• Stop aping me, its not funny.

Here is the dictionary-style entry for "apiol": Apiol 1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions: A crystalline solid extracted from parsley oil, used in medicine as a diuretic and emmenagogue.
3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈeɪpiɑːl/, UK: /ˈeɪpiɒl/
4. Origin and Usage: Apiol was first isolated from parsley oil in 1830. It has been used in medicine for its diuretic and emmenagogue properties. Apiol is also used as a flavoring agent in food and cosmetics.
5. Synonyms: Parsley camphor, parsley oil camphor
6. Related Words: Camph, carbo, cumin, menth, thyme
7. Example Sentences:
- The doctor prescribed apiol to treat her menstrual cramps. - Apiol is a natural diuretic that can help reduce water retention. - The food industry uses apiol as a flavoring agent in many products.

Definition of Apish

Parts of Speech: adjective

Definition: imitating or resembling an ape or monkey; foolishly or childishly playful

Pronunciation (US): /ˈeɪ.pɪʃ/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈeɪ.pɪʃ/

Origin and Usage: The word "apish" originated in the late 16th century from the word "ape". It is used to describe someone or something that imitates or resembles an ape or monkey. It can also be used to describe someone who is foolishly or childishly playful.

Synonyms: simian, monkey-like, foolish, childish, playful

Related Words: aspis, apsis, spahi, spica, spahi

Example Sentences:

• Her apish antics made everyone laugh.
• He had an apish grin on his face.
• The way he walked was apish and comical.