5 letter words starting with DU

Word: Ducky

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective, Noun

2. Definitions:

• Adjective: excellent; first-rate.
• Noun: a term of endearment; darling.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈdʌki/
• UK: /ˈdʌki/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "ducky" originated in the 18th century as a term of endearment for a pet duck. Over time, it came to be used more generally as a term of affection or admiration. As an adjective, "ducky" is used to describe something as excellent or first-rate. The term is commonly used in informal contexts, and is often used to express enthusiasm or approval.

5. Synonyms:

• Adjective: excellent, first-rate, superb, wonderful, fantastic
• Noun: darling, sweetheart, honey, dear, love

6. Related Words:

• Lucky
• Pluck
• Sucky
• Tucky
• Yucky

7. Example Sentences:

• Her performance was simply ducky.
• He called her "ducky" as a term of endearment.

Word: dural

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Relating to or consisting of dura mater, the tough fibrous membrane that envelops the brain and spinal cord.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈdʊrəl/; UK: /ˈdjʊərəl/

Origin and Usage: The word "dural" is derived from the Latin word "dura" meaning "hard". It was first used in the mid-19th century in medical contexts to describe the dura mater, the protective membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: Duals, Durra, Duras, Durst, Dured, Dures

Example Sentences:

• The neurosurgeon carefully cut through the dural membrane to access the patients brain.
• The MRI scan revealed a small tear in the dural sac surrounding the spinal cord.
• Patients with dural headaches often experience a dull, aching pain that is difficult to localize.

Here is the dictionary-style definition of "dunny": Dunny Part of Speech:

Noun

Definition:

Australian and New Zealand slang for a toilet or bathroom.

Pronunciations:

US: /ˈdʌni/

UK: /ˈdʌni/

Origin and Usage:

The word "dunny" originated in Australia and New Zealand in the early 20th century. It is thought to be derived from "dunnekin," a British dialect word meaning "privy." The term is still commonly used in Australia and New Zealand to refer to a toilet or bathroom.

Synonyms:

Toilet, bathroom, lavatory, restroom, loo.

Related Words:

None

Example Sentences:

1. "Excuse me, where is the dunny?"

2. "I need to use the dunny before we leave."

3. "The dunny is out of toilet paper."

Word: dumpy

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Short and stout; squat in appearance.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈdʌmpi/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈdʌmpi/

Origin and Usage: The word "dumpy" is believed to have originated from the Dutch word "dompig," meaning "damp" or "humid." It was first used in English in the early 18th century to describe something that was short and squat in appearance. Today, it is commonly used to describe a person or thing that is short and stout.

Synonyms: squat, stubby, stocky, chunky, plump

Related Words: clump, crump, trump, stump, thump

Example Sentences:

• She was a dumpy woman with short legs and a round face.
• The old house had a dumpy appearance, with its low roof and small windows.
• The dumpy little dog waddled across the room.
• He wore a dumpy brown suit that did not flatter his figure.
• The garden was filled with dumpy little plants that barely reached his knees.

Definition of Dully

Dully is an adverb that means in a dull or boring manner.

Pronunciation of Dully

• US: /ˈdʌli/
• UK: /ˈdʌli/

Origin and Usage of Dully

The word "dully" is derived from the adjective "dull". It has been in use since the 14th century. The adverb "dully" is used to describe actions or events that lack excitement or interest.

Synonyms of Dully

• boringly
• tiresomely
• monotonously
• tediously
• uninterestingly

Related Words

• ducal
• ducat
• duchy
• duels
• duets

Example Sentences with Dully

• The lecture was delivered dully, and the students struggled to stay awake.
• Her voice sounded dully as she read the news of the tragedy.
• The colors in the painting had faded dully over time.
• He worked dully at his desk, daydreaming of being somewhere else.
• The movie was received dully by the audience, with many leaving before it ended.