5 letter words starting with ARR

Arras

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A rich tapestry or wall hanging, often used for decorative purposes.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈær.əs/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈar.əs/

Origin and Usage: The word "arras" comes from the Middle English word "arras" which means a tapestry or hanging. It was originally used to describe a type of tapestry that was produced in the French town of Arras. Today, the word is used to describe any type of decorative wall hanging or tapestry.

Synonyms: Tapestry, wall hanging, drapery, curtain.

Related Words: Arsis, arses, asset, assai, assay.

Example Sentences:

• She hung a beautiful arras on the wall of her living room.
• The castle was decorated with ornate arras that depicted scenes from the kings life.
• The museum had an impressive collection of medieval arras.

Array Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

Definitions:

1. (Noun) An impressive display or range of a particular type of thing. 2. (Verb) To display or arrange (things) in a particular way.

Pronunciations:

US: /əˈreɪ/

UK: /əˈreɪ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "array" originated from Middle English and Old French, and it has been used in English since the 14th century. It is commonly used to describe an impressive display or range of a particular type of thing, such as an array of colors or an array of talent. As a verb, it is used to describe the act of displaying or arranging things in a particular way, such as arranging a collection of flowers in an array.

Synonyms:

Assortment, collection, range, display, exhibit, presentation.

Related Words:

Array is a 5-letter word and there are no related 5-letter words.

Example Sentences:

1. The store had an array of products to choose from. (Noun)

2. She arrayed her paintings on the wall. (Verb)

Arrow

Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

• A projectile with a pointed tip that is shot from a bow.
• A symbol consisting of a straight line with a pointed end on one side and feathers or vanes on the other, used to indicate direction or velocity.
• To move swiftly and directly.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈæroʊ/
• UK: /ˈærəʊ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "arrow" originated from Old English "ærwe" and has been used since the 9th century. It was originally used to refer to the projectile shot from a bow, and over time, it also came to refer to the symbol used to indicate direction or velocity. The verb form of "arrow" means to move swiftly and directly, like an arrow.

Synonyms:

• Dart
• Projectile
• Bolt

Related Words:

• Quiver
• Bowman
• Target
• Shaft
• Point

Example Sentences:

• He aimed the arrow at the target and let it fly.
• The arrow on the map pointed north.
• The car arrowed down the highway.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Arroz is a Spanish word that means "rice" in English. It refers to the small, white or brown grains that are commonly eaten as a staple food in many cultures around the world.

Pronunciations: US: /əˈroʊz/, UK: /əˈrɒz/

Origin and Usage: The word "arroz" comes from the Arabic word "al-ruz," which means "rice." The Moors introduced rice to Spain during their occupation of the Iberian Peninsula in the 8th century. Today, rice is a staple food in many Spanish-speaking countries, including Spain, Mexico, and many parts of Central and South America.

Synonyms: Rice, pilaf, paella, risotto, jambalaya

Related Words: Grano, sabor, salsa, trigo, queso

Example Sentences:

• She cooked arroz con pollo for dinner.
• Arroz is a staple food in many Latin American countries.
• He added some saffron to the arroz to give it more flavor.