5 letter words starting with LOCU

Locum 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

1. A person who temporarily fulfills the duties of another persons position, typically a doctor or clergyman.
2. A temporary employee who fills in for another worker who is on leave.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈloʊkəm/
• UK: /ˈləʊkəm/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "locum" comes from the Latin phrase "locum tenens," which means "place holder." It is commonly used in the medical and clerical fields to refer to a temporary replacement for someone who is absent or on leave. The term is widely used in the United States and the United Kingdom.

5. Synonyms:

• Substitute
• Temp
• Stand-in
• Fill-in

6. Related Words:

• Clime
• Culms
• Comet
• Clefs
• Chime

7. Example Sentences:

1. The hospital hired a locum to cover for the doctor who was on vacation.
2. The company brought in a locum to fill in for the receptionist who was on maternity leave.

Definition of Locus

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definition: A particular position or place where something occurs or is situated.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈloʊkəs/, UK: /ˈləʊkəs/

Origin and Usage: The word "locus" is of Latin origin and was first used in English in the early 17th century. It is commonly used in mathematics and science to describe a specific point or position in space. In genetics, it refers to a specific location on a chromosome where a particular gene is located.

Synonyms: Position, place, site, spot, location, point

Related Words: Focus, Hocus, Pocus, Lotus, Crocus

Example Sentences:

1. The locus of the earthquake was determined to be near the coast of Japan.
2. The locus of the gene responsible for eye color is located on chromosome 15.
3. The companys new office is in a prime locus for attracting top talent.