5 letter words starting with CH

Chaos 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

• A state of complete disorder and confusion.
• The formless matter supposed to have existed before the creation of the universe.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /ˈkeɪɑs/
• UK: /ˈkeɪɒs/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "chaos" comes from the Greek word "khaos," meaning "void" or "emptiness." In ancient Greek mythology, Chaos was the first god and represented the formless or void state before the creation of the universe. In modern usage, "chaos" refers to a state of complete disorder and confusion, often caused by a lack of organization or control.

5. Synonyms

• Disorder
• Confusion
• Anarchy
• Turmoil
• Pandemonium

6. Related Words

• Clash
• Crash
• Smash
• Flash
• Dwarf

7. Example Sentences

• The sudden announcement caused chaos in the office.
• The storm left a trail of chaos in its wake.
• The country was plunged into chaos following the coup.
• Scientists believe that the universe was created from chaos.

Chuff 1. Parts of Speech

Chuff is a verb and a noun.

2. Definitions

As a verb, chuff means to move with a regular puffing sound, like a steam engine. As a noun, it refers to the sound of a steam engine or to a rude or boorish person.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /tʃʌf/

UK: /tʃʌf/

4. Origin and Usage

The word chuff originated from the Middle English word "chaffen," which means to puff or blow. It was first used in the 19th century to describe the sound of a steam engine. The noun form of chuff, which refers to a rude or boorish person, was first recorded in the early 20th century.

5. Synonyms

As a verb, synonyms for chuff include puff, huff, and snort. As a noun, synonyms for chuff include boor, lout, and oaf.

6. Related Words

Chuff is related to the words chuffa, chuffy, and chufa.

7. Example Sentences

As a verb:

• The old steam engine chuffed along the tracks.
• She chuffed on her cigarette and blew smoke rings into the air.

As a noun:

• He was a chuff who always talked with his mouth full.
• The chuff of the steam engine could be heard from miles away.

Chive 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

2. Definitions

A long, thin, hollow green stem used in cooking as a herb. Also, the herb itself. (noun)

To cut into small pieces with scissors or a knife. (verb)

3. Pronunciations

US: /tʃaɪv/

UK: /tʃaɪv/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "chive" comes from the Old French word "cive" which means onion. It is a type of herb that is commonly used in cooking, particularly in French cuisine. Chives are often used to add flavor to salads, soups, and other dishes. They are also used as a garnish.

5. Synonyms

Scallion, green onion, spring onion

6. Related Words

Onion, shallot, garlic

7. Example Sentences

The chef added a sprinkle of chives to the soup for extra flavor.

She carefully chived the herbs into small pieces before adding them to the salad.

Here is the requested information on "chine": Chine

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The backbone of an animal, especially a cut of meat containing part of the backbone of an animal.

Pronunciation (US): /tʃaɪn/

Pronunciation (UK): /tʃʌɪn/

Origin and Usage: The word "chine" comes from the Old English word "cinu", meaning "a split or fissure". It has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the backbone of an animal, particularly a pig or sheep. In cooking, a "chine" refers to a cut of meat that includes part of the backbone, often used for roasting or grilling.

Synonyms: Backbone, spine, vertebrae.

Related Words: Chain, chino, chide, chime, chive.

Example Sentences:

• He carefully removed the chine from the lamb before roasting it.
• The butcher separated the chine from the rest of the pork loin.
• She found a recipe that called for a chine of beef, but decided to use a different cut instead.

Here is the requested information on "chyme": 1. Parts of Speech: Noun 2. Definitions: - Semi-liquid mass of partly digested food that is passed from the stomach to the small intestine. - A mixture of food and digestive juices formed in the stomach during digestion. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /kaɪm/ - UK: /kaɪm/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "chyme" comes from the Greek word "khymos" meaning "juice". It was first used in the 17th century to describe the mixture of partially digested food and gastric juices that is produced in the stomach during digestion. 5. Synonyms: None 6. Related Words: - chyle - chive - chirk - churl - chump 7. Example Sentences: - After the meal was eaten, the chyme was passed from the stomach to the small intestine. - The digestive process begins in the stomach where food is mixed with chyme.