5 letter words starting with MU

Parts of Speech

mucor is a noun.

Definitions

mucor is a type of fungus that typically grows on decaying organic matter and can cause infections in humans.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈmjukɔr/

UK: /ˈmjuːkɔː/

Origin and Usage

The word mucor comes from the Latin word "mucor" meaning "mold". It was first used in English in the mid-19th century to describe a type of fungus that was commonly found growing on decaying organic matter. Today, mucor is primarily used in medical contexts to refer to a type of fungus that can cause infections in humans, particularly those with weakened immune systems.

Synonyms

Other types of fungi that can cause infections in humans include aspergillus, candida, and cryptococcus.

Related Words

Some related 5 letter words include fungus, yeast, and spore.

Example Sentences

• Doctors diagnosed the patient with a mucor infection after a biopsy of the affected tissue.
• The laboratory identified the fungus as mucor by examining its spores under a microscope.
• Because mucor is commonly found in soil and decaying organic matter, it is important to practice good hygiene to prevent infections.

Word: Mussy

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Messy or disordered in appearance.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈmʌsi/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈmʌsi/

Origin and Usage: The word mussy is believed to have originated from the word muss, which means to make untidy or disorderly. It has been in use since the late 19th century and is mainly used in American English.

Synonyms: Messy, disheveled, untidy, disordered, cluttered.

Related Words: Messy, musky, musty.

Example Sentences:

• The kitchen was so mussy that she couldn find anything she needed.
• Their hair was mussy after spending the day at the beach.
• He always leaves his room so mussy that his mother has to clean it up.

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Noun (plural)

Definitions:

1. The nine goddesses of the arts and sciences in Greek mythology, regarded as the source of inspiration for creative artists.
2. A person or personified force who is the source of inspiration for a creative artist.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈmyo͞ozəz/
• UK: /ˈmjuːzɪz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "muses" originated from the Greek word "mousai" meaning "muses of art". In Greek mythology, the muses were goddesses who inspired artists and scientists. Today, the term "muses" is used to refer to a person or thing that inspires creative work.

Synonyms:

• inspiration
• influence
• stimulus
• motivation

Related Words:

• amuse
• mused
• muser
• muses

Example Sentences:

1. The muses were the goddesses of inspiration for the ancient Greeks.
2. She was his muse, inspiring him to create his best work.

Murex 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

A type of marine snail that has a pointed spiral shell with a thick outer lip, often used in ancient times for the production of purple dye.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /ˈmjʊrɛks/

UK: /ˈmjʊərɛks/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "murex" comes from Latin and Greek, meaning "purple fish". Murex was used in ancient times to produce a purple dye that was highly prized and expensive. The dye was made by crushing the murex shell and extracting a liquid that turned purple when exposed to sunlight. Murex was also used as a symbol of royalty and power, as purple was a color associated with wealth and status.

5. Synonyms:

None

6. Related Words:

Crust, Fluke, Hinge, Oyster, Pearl

7. Example Sentences:

• The ancient Phoenicians used the murex snail to produce a purple dye that was highly prized.
• The murex shell was often used as a symbol of royalty and power in ancient times.
• The murex snail is still used today in some cultures for medicinal purposes.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A contagious viral disease that causes swelling of the salivary glands, especially the parotid glands, and often fever and headache.

2. Informal term for face or mouth.

Pronunciations:

US: /mʌmps/

UK: /mʌmps/

Origin and Usage:

The word "mumps" originated from the word "mump" which means "grimace". The disease was first described in the 5th century BCE by Hippocrates. It is a viral disease that spreads through contact with infected saliva and respiratory secretions. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent mumps, and it is recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for children and adults.

Synonyms:

Swollen glands, parotitis, infectious parotitis

Related Words:

Measles, virus, fever, cough, rash

Example Sentences:

1. The child had to stay home from school because he had the mumps.

2. The doctor checked the patients mumps to see if they were swollen.

3. She made a mump face when she tasted the sour candy.