5 letter words starting with BAG

Bagel

Part(s) of Speech: Noun

Definition: A dense, doughy, ring-shaped bread roll, typically with a shiny, smooth surface, made by boiling dough and then baking it.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈbeɪɡəl/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈbeɪɡ(ə)l/

Origin and Usage: The word "bagel" comes from the Yiddish word "beygl," which in turn comes from the Middle High German word "böugel." Bagels have been a popular food item in Jewish communities for centuries, and they became more widely known in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, bagels are a popular breakfast food in many parts of the world.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: Baggy, Began, Began, Beige, Belga

Example Sentences:

• She toasted a bagel and spread cream cheese on it for breakfast.
• He picked up a bagel and a cup of coffee on his way to work.
• The bakery sells a variety of bagels, including plain, sesame, and everything bagels.

Baggy

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Loosely fitting or sagging, especially in the area of clothing or fabric.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈbæɡi/, UK: /ˈbæɡi/

Origin and Usage: The word "baggy" originated in the early 19th century, derived from the noun "bag," meaning a flexible container. It is commonly used to describe clothing or fabric that hangs loosely from the body.

Synonyms: Loose, oversized, roomy, slouchy, droopy, saggy, voluminous.

Related Words: Began, boggy, buggy, naggy, raggy.

Example Sentences:

• He wore a pair of baggy jeans that hung loosely from his waist.
• The baggy sweater was perfect for the chilly weather.
• Her baggy pants made it difficult for her to move quickly.
• The dress was too baggy and needed to be taken in.
• He preferred to wear baggy clothes to feel comfortable.