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5 letter words starting with J in English

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Word	Definition
JAMBU	Parts of Speech Jambu is a noun. Definitions Jambu is a tropical fruit tree native to Southeast Asia and Australia, also known as the rose apple. It produces a fruit that is bell-shaped and has a crispy texture with a mild, sweet flavor. Pronunciations US: juhm-boo UK: juhm-boo Origin and Usage The jambu tree is believed to have originated in the Malay Archipelago and is now widely cultivated in tropical regions around the world. The fruit is commonly eaten fresh or used in jams, jellies, and beverages. In some cultures, the leaves and bark of the jambu tree are also used for medicinal purposes. Synonyms Rose apple, water apple, malay apple, chompu, jumbu. Related Words Banjo, caber, gable, hovel, knave, lolly, molly, nobby, oaken, plait. Example Sentences The jambu fruit has a unique flavor that is both sweet and mild. Jambu trees can grow up to 40 feet tall and produce fruit year-round. The leaves of the jambu tree are used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
JUNKS	Parts of Speech junks is a noun and a verb. Definitions As a noun, junks refer to old or discarded objects that are considered worthless or of little value. As a verb, junks mean to discard or get rid of something. Pronunciations US: juhngks; UK: juhngks Origin and Usage The word junks originated from the Middle English word "jonke," which means an old or worthless object. The word was later adopted into the English language to refer to discarded objects or things of little value. The verb form of junks, meaning to discard or get rid of something, is derived from the noun form. The word junks is commonly used in informal settings to refer to things that are no longer useful or valuable. It can also be used to describe the process of getting rid of such things. Synonyms As a noun: rubbish, trash, debris, waste, clutter. As a verb: discard, dispose of, throw away, get rid of. Related Words As a noun: debris, waste, trash, scrap, litter. Example Sentences The garage was filled with junks that had been accumulating for years. She decided to junk her old car and buy a new one. He spent the afternoon junking old furniture from his basement. The company decided to junk the project due to lack of funding.
JONES	Parts of Speech Jones is a noun. Definitions Jones refers to a surname of English origin. It is commonly used as a last name. Pronunciations US: /dʒoʊnz/ UK: /dʒəʊnz/ Origin and Usage The surname Jones originated in England and is derived from the given name John. It is one of the most common surnames in the English-speaking world. Jones is often used as a last name, but it can also be used as a first name or a middle name. Synonyms There are no synonyms for Jones as it is a proper noun. Related Words joins, joust, jowls, jolly, jumbo Example Sentences Mr. Jones is the CEO of the company. The Jones family is planning a vacation to Hawaii. Sheila Jones is a renowned scientist in the field of genetics.
JOINT	1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Adjective, Verb 2. Definitions: - Noun: a place where two or more parts of a structure or body are joined together, typically in a way that allows them to move freely; a large piece of meat, typically roasted, that has a joint at one end. - Adjective: shared by or belonging to two or more people; denoting or relating to a method of rolling marijuana with tobacco. - Verb: combine (pieces of timber) by interlocking the ends. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /dʒɔɪnt/ - UK: /dʒɔɪnt/ 4. Origin and Usage: - The noun "joint" originated from the Old French word "jointe," meaning "a joining." It has been used to describe the place where two or more parts of a structure or body are joined together since the 15th century. - The adjective "joint" has been used since the 14th century to describe things that are shared by two or more people. In the 20th century, it began to be used to describe a method of rolling marijuana with tobacco. - The verb "joint" has been used since the 16th century to describe the act of combining pieces of timber by interlocking the ends. 5. Synonyms: - Noun: connection, junction, coupling, link, articulation - Adjective: shared, communal, collective, collaborative, cooperative - Verb: connect, unite, link, join, combine 6. Related Words: - Point, unite, blend, merge, splice 7. Example Sentences: - Noun: The carpenter used a joint to connect the two pieces of wood. - Adjective: The two friends had a joint bank account. - Verb: The carpenter jointed the two pieces of wood together.
JUVIE	Parts of Speech Noun Definitions 1. A detention center for juvenile delinquents. 2. A juvenile delinquent. Pronunciations US: /ˈdʒuvi/ UK: /ˈdʒuːvi/ Origin and Usage The word "juvie" is a colloquial term that originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It is a shortened form of "juvenile", which refers to a young person who has not yet reached the age of majority. The term "juvie" is primarily used in informal contexts and is often associated with the criminal justice system. It is commonly used to refer to a detention center for juvenile delinquents or a young person who has been in such a detention center. Synonyms 1. Juvenile detention center 2. Youth facility 3. Reform school Related Words 1. Juven 2. Jiver 3. Jived 4. Jives 5. Jibed Example Sentences 1. The judge sentenced the young offender to juvie for six months. 2. When he was in juvie, he learned how to play the guitar and started writing songs. 3. She volunteered at the local juvie center, helping troubled youth turn their lives around.