5 letter words starting with CHU

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.

Chums

1. Parts of Speech: Noun (plural)

2. Definitions: Close friends or companions who share a bond of mutual affection and trust.

3. Pronunciations: US: /tʃʌmz/, UK: /tʃʌmz/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "chums" originated in the late 19th century as a colloquial term for a close friend or companion. It is commonly used in informal contexts and is often associated with school or college friendships. The word is still widely used today, particularly in British English.

5. Synonyms: Buddies, pals, mates, friends, companions.

6. Related Words: Friends, mates, peers, close, loyal.

7. Example Sentences:

• "Tom and Jerry have been chums since they were in kindergarten."
• "After working together for years, John and Jane became great chums."
• "The group of chums decided to go on a camping trip together."
• "Despite living in different parts of the country, the chums made an effort to stay in touch."
• "When Sarah moved to a new city, she was grateful to have her chums visit and keep her company."

Chugs

1. Parts of Speech: verb
2. Definitions:
   • to drink something, especially beer, quickly and in large amounts
   • to move with a regular, rhythmic motion, as a train or boat
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /tʃʌɡz/
   • UK: /tʃʌɡz/
4. Origin and Usage:

   The word "chugs" is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It is derived from the sound made by a train or boat moving with a regular, rhythmic motion. The word is most commonly used to describe the act of drinking beer quickly and in large amounts, often in a social setting. It can also be used to describe the motion of a train or boat.

5. Synonyms: gulp, swig, guzzle, imbibe
6. Related Words:
   • chump
   • chive
   • chime
   • chock
   • choir
7. Example Sentences:
   • He chugs his beer and belches loudly.
   • The train chugs slowly up the hill.

Chufa

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

• a type of sedge (Cyperus esculentus) native to the Mediterranean region, also known as earth almond, tiger nut, or yellow nutgrass
• an edible tuber produced by the chufa plant

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈtʃuːfə/
• UK: /ˈtʃʌfə/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "chufa" comes from the Spanish word "chufa" which means "tiger nut". The chufa plant is a perennial grass-like plant that grows in warm regions and produces edible tubers that are used in a variety of culinary applications. Chufa has been used as a food source for thousands of years and is still popular in Mediterranean and African cuisines.

5. Synonyms: Earth almond, tiger nut, yellow nutgrass

6. Related Words: Fucus, Fungi, Chubb, Chuff, Chump

7. Example Sentences:

• The chufa plant is native to the Mediterranean region.
• Chufa is used to make a popular Spanish drink called horchata.
• Some people use chufa oil as a natural skin moisturizer.

Chuck

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Definition:

• Verb: to throw (something) carelessly or casually.
• Noun: a cut of beef that extends from the neck to the ribs.

Pronunciations:

• US: /tʃək/
• UK: /tʃʌk/

Origin and Usage:

• The verb "chuck" originated in the late 16th century as a variant of "choke." It was used to describe the act of choking or suffocating. Over time, the meaning shifted to describe the act of throwing something carelessly or casually. The noun "chuck" comes from the same origin and refers to a cut of beef that comes from the neck to the ribs. It is commonly used in the United States and Canada.

Synonyms:

• Verb: toss, hurl, fling, throw
• Noun: shoulder clod, pot roast, blade roast

Related Words:

• Chump
• Chirk
• Chive
• Chaff
• Chase

Example Sentences:

• Verb: She chucked her phone on the bed and walked away.
• Noun: He cooked a delicious chuck roast for dinner.