5 letter words starting with GUAN

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.