5 letter words starting with LEE

Parts of Speech: noun, verb

Definitions:

• A leech is a type of worm that attaches itself to the skin of animals or humans and feeds on their blood. (noun)
• To leech means to drain or extract a substance, especially money or resources, from someone or something. (verb)

Pronunciations:

• US: /liːtʃ/
• UK: /liːtʃ/

Origin and Usage:

• The word leech comes from the Old English word lǣce, which means "physician". The use of leeches in medicine has been documented since ancient times, and they were commonly used in bloodletting and other medical procedures until the 19th century. The verb leech, meaning to extract or drain, has been in use since the late 16th century.

Synonyms: bloodsucker, parasite, sycophant, freeloader, moocher

Related Words: blood, drain, money, nurse, snake

Example Sentences:

• After swimming in the lake, she discovered a leech attached to her leg.
• The company was accused of leeching resources from the local community.

Leeks

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definition: Leeks are a type of vegetable that belong to the Allium family, which also includes onions and garlic. They have a mild onion-like flavor and are often used in soups, stews, and casseroles.

Pronunciation (US): /liːks/

Pronunciation (UK): /liːks/

Origin and Usage: Leeks have been cultivated for thousands of years and are believed to have originated in the Mediterranean region. They were popular in ancient Egypt and were also used by the ancient Greeks and Romans. Today, leeks are commonly used in many different cuisines around the world.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: Onion, shallot, scallion, chive, garlic

Example Sentences:

• She added leeks to the soup for extra flavor.
• The recipe calls for two cups of chopped leeks.
• He planted a row of leeks in his garden.

Here is the requested information on the word "leers": 1. Parts of Speech: Verb, Noun 2. Definitions: - Verb: to look or gaze in an unpleasant, malicious, or lascivious way - Noun: a sly, unpleasant, or lascivious look 3. Pronunciations: - US: /lɪr/ - UK: /lɪə/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "leers" originated from the Middle English word "leren" which means "to learn" or "teach". However, its current meaning as a verb to describe an unpleasant gaze or look came into use in the 16th century. The noun form of "leers" is a derivative of the verb form and is used to describe the sly or unpleasant look itself. 5. Synonyms: - Verb: ogle, stare, gawk - Noun: sneer, smirk, grin 6. Related Words: - reels, earls, laser, lease, easel 7. Example Sentences: - The creepy man leers at women as they walk by. - She gave him a leer that made him feel uncomfortable. - His leering expression made her feel uneasy.

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Part of Speech: adjective

Definition: suspicious or cautious due to a lack of trust or confidence

Pronunciation (US): /ˈlɪri/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈlɪə.ri/

Origin and Usage: The word "leery" is believed to have originated in the early 1800s, likely from the dialectal word "lear," meaning "empty." It was first used to describe a feeling of suspicion or unease in the mid-1800s, and has since become a common term in American and British English.

Synonyms: suspicious, wary, distrustful, doubtful, hesitant

Related Words: eerie, lycee, relay, early, layer

Example Sentences:

• She was leery of the stranger who approached her on the street.
• He was leery of the new business proposal and wanted to do more research before investing.
• The company was leery of hiring someone without any experience in the field.