5 letter words starting with GUA

Guana 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

1. A type of lizard native to Central and South America.
2. A small island in the Caribbean, typically uninhabited.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

• US: /ˈɡwɑːnə/
• UK: /ˈɡwɑːnə/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "guana" is believed to have originated from the Taíno language, spoken by the indigenous people of the Caribbean. It was first used in English in the 16th century to refer to the lizards found in Central and South America. The word is now commonly used to refer to small uninhabited islands in the Caribbean, especially those that are popular for sailing and snorkeling.

5. Synonyms

None

6. Related Words

• Alamo
• Bison
• Cobra
• Dolph
• Elbow

7. Example Sentences

1. The iguana is a type of guana that is commonly found in Central and South America.
2. They spent the day exploring the uninhabited guana off the coast of Antigua.

Guano

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Guano refers to the excrement of seabirds, cave-dwelling bats, and seals that accumulates on the floor of the roosting areas. It is a valuable fertilizer and a source of various chemical compounds.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈɡwɑnoʊ/, UK: /ˈɡwɑːnəʊ/

Origin and Usage: The word guano comes from the Spanish word "guano," which means "dung." It was first used in English in the mid-19th century. Guano was a valuable commodity in the 19th century, and it was widely used as a fertilizer. Its popularity declined in the 20th century due to the development of synthetic fertilizers. However, guano is still used in some parts of the world as a source of fertilizer and as a raw material for the production of certain chemicals.

Synonyms: Bird droppings, bat droppings, seal excrement, manure, fertilizer

Related Words: Fecal, feces, poop, dung, waste

Example Sentences:

• The guano on the island was so thick that it looked like snow.
• Guano is a valuable source of nitrogen and phosphorus for plants.
• The company specializes in the production of guano-based fertilizers.
• The guano deposits on the island were mined for many years.
• Guano is an important source of income for many people in Peru.

Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

Definitions:

Noun: a person who protects or watches over something or someone; a device worn over the teeth to protect them from damage; a member of a group of soldiers responsible for guarding a particular place.

Verb: to watch over or protect someone or something; to keep watch over a place by stationing oneself or others to prevent unauthorized access.

Pronunciations:

US: /ɡɑrd/

UK: /ɡɑːd/

Origin and Usage:

The word "guard" originated from the Old French word "garder" meaning "to keep, guard, protect". Its usage dates back to the 15th century. As a noun, it is commonly used to refer to a person or thing that protects or watches over something or someone. As a verb, it is used to describe the act of protecting or keeping watch over someone or something.

Synonyms:

Noun: protector, defender, sentinel, watchman, keeper

Verb: protect, defend, watch over, look after, keep safe

Related Words:

blade, board, chair, dance, drive

Example Sentences:

1. The security guard stood at the entrance to the building.
2. She wore a guard over her teeth to protect them from grinding at night.
3. The guard at the gate checked their IDs before allowing them to enter.
4. He guarded the secret closely, not wanting anyone to find out.
5. The dog was trained to guard the house while they were away.

Here is the dictionary-style entry for "guars": Guars 1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions: A type of legume plant grown in India and Pakistan, whose seeds are used to make guar gum, a thickening agent in food and industrial products.
3. Pronunciations: US: /ɡwɑrz/, UK: /ɡwɑːz/
4. Origin and Usage: The guar plant is native to India and Pakistan, where it has been cultivated for thousands of years. Guar gum, made from the seeds of the plant, has been used as a food thickener and stabilizer since the early 1900s. It is also used in a variety of industrial products, including paper, textiles, and cosmetics.
5. Synonyms: None
6. Related Words: Gears, Gaurs
7. Example Sentences:
- The food company used guar gum as a thickening agent in their new product. - The farmer grew guars in his field and sold the seeds to a processing plant. - Guar gum is a popular ingredient in gluten-free baking because it helps to hold the dough together.

Guava 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

a tropical fruit with green or yellow skin, pink or white flesh, and edible seeds

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈɡwɑːvə/
• UK: /ˈɡwɑːvə/

4. Origin and Usage:

The guava fruit is native to Central America and has been cultivated for thousands of years. It is now grown in many tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Guava is a popular fruit for eating fresh or using in jams, jellies, and other desserts. It is also used in traditional medicine for its high vitamin C content and other health benefits.

5. Synonyms:

None

6. Related Words:

• Agave
• Gavel
• Giver
• Grave
• Vague

7. Example Sentences:

• The guava tree in the backyard produces sweet fruit every summer.
• She made a delicious guava jam using fresh fruit from the market.
• Guava is a good source of vitamin C and other nutrients.