5 letter words starting with CAB

cabal

Parts of Speech: noun, verb

Definitions:

1. a small group of people who work together secretly and often for a dishonest purpose
2. a secret political clique or faction
3. a group of people united in a secret plot, especially against a government or person in authority
4. to form a cabal; to conspire

Pronunciations:

• US: /kəˈbɑl/
• UK: /kəˈbæl/

Origin and Usage:

The word "cabal" originated in the early 17th century from the French word "cabale," which means "mystery" or "secret." It was first used in English to refer to a secret political clique or faction, and later came to refer to any small group of people who work together secretly and often for a dishonest purpose. The word has a negative connotation and is often used to describe a group of people who are involved in a conspiracy or plot.

Synonyms:

• clique
• conspiracy
• plot
• faction
• syndicate

Related Words:

• babel
• label
• tabla
• cabby
• cabob

Example Sentences:

• The cabal of executives conspired to rig the prices.
• The politician was accused of being part of a secret cabal.
• The group formed a cabal to overthrow the government.
• The two businessmen caballed to corner the market.

Cabby 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

• A person who drives a taxi or cab for a living.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈkæbi/
• UK: /ˈkæbi/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "cabby" is a shortened form of "cabman," which dates back to the 1820s. It is used as a colloquial term for a taxi or cab driver. The term is commonly used in both the US and the UK.

5. Synonyms:

• taxi driver
• cab driver
• chauffeur

6. Related Words:

• taxes
• drive
• fleet
• motor
• hired

7. Example Sentences:

• The cabby drove her to the airport.
• The cabby was waiting outside the hotel.
• The cabby asked her where she wanted to go.

Word: Cabin 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

• a small room or compartment in a ship, typically one that accommodates a bed or berth and often a washbasin (e.g. "the crews cabins")
• a private room or compartment on a train (e.g. "a sleeping cabin")
• a small wooden shelter or house, typically one room (e.g. "a log cabin in the woods")
• to confine in a small space, such as a cabin (e.g. "the prisoner was cabind in a small cell")

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈkæbɪn/
• UK: /ˈkabɪn/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "cabin" comes from the Old French word "cabane," which means "hut." The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe a small, simple dwelling. Over time, the word has also come to refer to small rooms or compartments on ships and trains. Today, "cabin" is commonly used to describe a small wooden house or shelter in the woods.

5. Synonyms:

• hut
• cottage
• shack
• shed
• lodge

6. Related Words:

• bench
• house
• shack
• hovel
• lodge

7. Example Sentences:

• They stayed in a cozy cabin in the mountains.
• The ships cabin was small but comfortable.
• The train had sleeping cabins for overnight journeys.

Parts of Speech: noun, verb

Definitions:

• noun: a thick rope or wire used for supporting a bridge, hanging a picture, or transmitting electrical power or data
• verb: to transmit or send a message or television signal by cable

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈkeɪbəl/
• UK: /ˈkeɪb(ə)l/

Origin and Usage: The word "cable" comes from the Old Norman French word "cable" which means "a rope or cable." The use of cables dates back to ancient times, where they were used for various purposes such as lifting heavy objects or supporting bridges. In modern times, cables are widely used for transmitting electrical power and data, as well as for telecommunications and television broadcasting.

Synonyms: wire, cord, rope, hawser, line, cablegram

Related Words: fiber, optic, power, phone, modem

Example Sentences:

• The Golden Gate Bridge is supported by massive steel cables.
• He cable-d his boss to let him know he would be late for the meeting.