5 letter words starting with DUR

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.

Duros Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A type of crunchy Filipino snack made from deep-fried wheat flour.

2. A type of crunchy Mexican snack made from deep-fried wheat flour.

Pronunciations:

US: /ˈdʊroʊz/

UK: /ˈdjʊrəʊz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "duros" comes from the Spanish word "duro," which means "hard" or "strong." It is a popular snack in both the Philippines and Mexico, where it is often sold by street vendors. It is typically made by mixing wheat flour, salt, and water into a dough, which is then formed into thin strips and deep-fried until crispy.

Synonyms:

Chicharrones, kropek, kropeck, kropek, kropeck, kropek, kropeck

Related Words:

Crack, crisp, chips, nacho, snack

Example Sentences:

1. She loves to snack on duros while watching TV.
2. The street vendor was selling bags of freshly made duros.
3. He introduced his friends to the delicious taste of duros.

Durra

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Durra is a type of sorghum, a cereal grain crop. It is also known as Sudan grass or Egyptian millet. Durra is used as a food source for humans and animals and is also used to make beer and other alcoholic beverages.

Pronunciation (US): door-uh

Pronunciation (UK): durr-uh

Origin and Usage: The word "durra" comes from Arabic and was introduced to English in the early 19th century. It is commonly used in African and Middle Eastern cuisine and is also grown in other parts of the world, such as India and Australia.

Synonyms: Sorghum, Sudan grass, Egyptian millet

Related Words: Millet, Maize, Wheat, Barley, Rye

Example Sentences:

• She cooked a delicious meal with durra and vegetables.
• The farmer grew durra as a food source for his livestock.
• The brewery used durra to make a unique and flavorful beer.

durum

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A type of wheat that is typically used to make pasta.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈdʊr.əm/ (DOOR-um), UK: /ˈdjʊə.rəm/ (DYOO-uh-rum)

Origin and Usage: The word "durum" comes from the Latin word "durus," which means "hard." Durum wheat is a hard wheat that is high in protein and gluten, making it ideal for pasta production. It is commonly used in Italian cuisine for making pasta, such as spaghetti, macaroni, and lasagna. It is also used in the production of couscous and some breads.

Synonyms: Hard wheat, macaroni wheat, pasta wheat, semolina wheat.

Related Words: Datum, rumen, demur, murid, drum.

Example Sentences:

• She made a delicious pasta dish using durum wheat spaghetti.
• The durum wheat used in the pasta gave it a firm and chewy texture.
• Couscous is made from durum wheat semolina.