5 letter words starting with FO

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Noun

Definitions

• A warm, dry wind that blows down the side of a mountain, especially in the Alps.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈfeɪn/
• UK: /fəʊn/

Origin and Usage

The word "foehn" comes from the German word "Föhn" which means "hairdryer". This wind is also known as a chinook wind in North America. The foehn wind is a dry, warm wind that is caused by the adiabatic warming of air as it descends on the leeward side of a mountain range. This wind is common in the Alps and can cause rapid temperature changes and snow melt.

Synonyms

• Chinook wind
• Sirocco
• Santa Ana

Related Words

• Chinook
• Siroc
• Santa

Example Sentences

• The foehn wind was blowing hard, causing the snow to melt rapidly.
• After days of cold weather, the foehn wind brought warm air to the valley.
• The foehn wind can cause headaches and other health problems.

Here is the requested information on "fosse": Fosse 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

A ditch or moat, especially one surrounding a fortified place.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /fɑs/

UK: /fɒs/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "fosse" comes from the Old French word "fossé," meaning "ditch." It was originally used to describe the moat surrounding a fortified place, such as a castle or city. Today, it is still used in a military context to describe a defensive ditch or trench.

5. Synonyms:

• Ditch
• Moat
• Trench

6. Related Words:

• False
• Fable
• Flask
• Fleet
• Flair

7. Example Sentences:

• The castle was surrounded by a deep fosse to keep out invaders.
• The soldiers dug a fosse around their encampment for added protection.
• The citys old fortifications included a fosse that was now used as a park.

Definition of Forth

Forth is an adverb that means forward in place or time, onward, or out into view.

Parts of Speech:

Adverb

Definitions:

• Forward in place or time; onward
• Out into view

Pronunciations:

• US: /fɔrθ/
• UK: /fɔːθ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "forth" originated from the Middle English word "forth" meaning forward. It has been in use since the 12th century. It is commonly used in English to indicate movement or progress in a forward direction, either literally or figuratively.

Synonyms:

• Forward
• Onward
• Ahead
• In front

Related Words:

• Front
• North
• Worth
• Forte
• Frost

Example Sentences:

• She stepped forth from the shadows into the bright sunlight.
• The company is moving forth with plans to expand into new markets.
• He pushed forth with all his strength.

Forgo

Parts of Speech: verb

Definitions:

1. to give up or do without something; to abstain or refrain from something
2. to renounce or relinquish a claim or right

Pronunciations:

• US: /fɔrˈɡoʊ/
• UK: /fɔːˈɡəʊ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "forgo" comes from the Middle English word "forgon," which means "to go past, leave undone." It was first used in the 15th century. "Forgo" is typically used to describe the act of giving up or doing without something, such as "I will forgo dessert tonight." It can also be used to describe the act of renouncing or relinquishing a claim or right, such as "He decided to forgo his inheritance."

Synonyms:

• abstain
• relinquish
• renounce
• waive

Related Words:

• forge
• gofor
• forgé
• gofor
• forge

Example Sentences:

1. She decided to forgo dessert and have a cup of tea instead.
2. He promised to forgo his right to sue in exchange for a cash settlement.

Forby

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In addition to; besides.

Pronunciations: US: /fɔrˈbaɪ/, UK: /fɔːˈbaɪ/

Origin and Usage: The word "forby" is an adverb that means "in addition to" or "besides." It is considered an archaic term and is rarely used in modern English. Its origin can be traced back to Middle English, where it was used as a combination of "for" and "by." It was commonly used in the 16th and 17th centuries, but its usage has since declined.

Synonyms: Additionally, furthermore, moreover.

Related Words: Foray, Forbes, Force, Forge, Forgo.

Example Sentences:

• Forby his love of music, he also enjoys painting.
• She had a good sense of humor and was, forby, an excellent cook.
• Forby being a great athlete, he was also an accomplished musician.