5 letter words starting with GNA

Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

Definitions:

Noun: a rough, knotty protuberance on a tree, root, or woody stem; a twisted or distorted shape or expression.

Verb: (1) to form into gnarls; (2) to twist or contort the face or body in an expression of pain, anger, or disgust.

Pronunciations:

US: /nɑːrl/ (narl) or /nɑːrəl/ (nar-ul); /nɑːrl/ (narl) or /nɑːrəl/ (nar-ul)

UK: /nɑːl/ (narl); /nɑːrəl/ (nar-ul)

Origin and Usage:

The word "gnarl" originated in the early 14th century from the Old Norse "gnarr", meaning "a knot in wood". It has been used in English to describe twisted or knotted wood, and later, in a figurative sense, to describe a twisted or distorted shape or expression. As a verb, "gnarl" has been used since the 16th century to describe the act of twisting or contorting into a gnarled shape, or to describe a facial expression of pain, anger, or disgust.

Synonyms:

Twist, knot, contort, deform, distort, mangle, warp

Related Words:

Knarl, snarl, whirl, pearl, swirl

Example Sentences:

Noun: The old oak tree was covered in gnarls and knots.

Noun: The sculptor carved the gnarl of the tree into a beautiful work of art.

Verb: She gnarled her face in pain as she stubbed her toe on the coffee table.

Verb: The roots of the

Gnash

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: To grind or strike the teeth together, typically in anger or pain.

Pronunciation (US): /næʃ/

Pronunciation (UK): /naʃ/

Origin and Usage: The word "gnash" is of Middle English origin, and it comes from the Old English word "gnæscan." Its first known usage was in the 14th century. The word is commonly used to describe the sound made when one grinds or strikes their teeth together, typically in anger or pain.

Synonyms: grind, grit, gnaw, scrape, clench, bite

Related Words: clash, flash, stash, trash, brash

Example Sentences:

• She gnashed her teeth in frustration when she saw the long line at the grocery store.
• The dog gnashed its teeth at the mailman through the fence.
• He couldn help but gnash his teeth when he heard the news of his rivals success.

Parts of Speech

Gnats is a noun.

Definitions

Gnats are small, two-winged flying insects that are often found in swarms.

Pronunciations

• US: /næts/
• UK: /næts/

Origin and Usage

The word "gnats" comes from Old English "gnætt," which means "gnat" or "mosquito." Gnats are common in many parts of the world, and can be a nuisance to humans and animals alike. They are often found in damp or humid areas, and can be attracted to light sources.

Synonyms

Other words that can be used to describe gnats include midges, no-see-ums, and sandflies.

Related Words

Other 5 letter words related to gnats include:

• Angst
• Gates
• Stang
• Tangs
• Snags

Example Sentences

• The gnats were swarming around the picnic table.
• She had to swat away the gnats that were buzzing around her head.
• The horses were bothered by the gnats and kept shaking their heads.

1. Parts of Speech: Verb 2. Definitions: - (transitive) To bite or chew on something persistently. - (intransitive) To wear away or erode gradually through constant friction or pressure. 3. Pronunciations: /nɔz/ (US), /nɔːz/ (UK) 4. Origin and Usage: The word "gnaws" originated from the Old English word "gnagan," which means "to gnaw." It has been used in English literature since the Middle Ages, and it is commonly used in modern English to describe the act of biting or chewing on something persistently. It can also be used to describe the gradual erosion of something through constant friction or pressure. 5. Synonyms: bite, chew, nibble, corrode, erode 6. Related Words: claws, draws, flaws, hawks, jaws 7. Example Sentences: - The dog gnaws on his bone for hours. - The constant dripping of water gnaws away at the rock. - The thought of his mistake gnaws at him all day.