5 letter words starting with RUS

Parts of Speech:

Ruses is a noun that functions as a plural form of the word "ruse".

Definitions:

Ruses are strategies or tricks used to deceive or mislead someone. They are often employed to gain an advantage in a situation.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈruːsɪz/
• UK: /ˈruːzɪz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "ruses" has its origin in the Middle French word "ruse" which means trickery or cunning. It has been in use in English since the 16th century and is still commonly used today.

Synonyms:

• Stratagems
• Schemes
• Tactics
• Deceptions
• Tricks

Related Words:

• Roues
• Surer
• Surer
• Surer
• Surer

Example Sentences:

• He used various ruses to win the game.
• The spy employed a clever ruse to obtain the classified information.
• Her plan was to use a ruse to distract the guard while she made her escape.

Definition of "rushy"

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective

2. Definition: Rushy means covered or filled with rushes, which are tall, grass-like plants that grow in wetlands. It can also refer to a place where rushes grow.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈrʌʃi/, UK: /ˈrʌʃi/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "rushy" comes from the noun "rush," which has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the plant. Rushes were once used for a variety of purposes, such as making baskets, mats, and candles. Today, the word "rushy" is mostly used to describe wetlands or other areas where rushes grow. It is also used in literature to create a sense of natural beauty or tranquility.

5. Synonyms: boggy, marshy, swampy, wet, soggy

6. Related Words: reedy, boggy, muddy, grass, swamp

7. Example Sentences:

• The path through the rushy meadow was slippery and muddy.
• The river flowed through a rushy valley, surrounded by trees and wildflowers.
• The artist painted a beautiful landscape of a rushy pond, with ducks swimming on the surface.

rusks

1. Parts of Speech: noun
2. Definitions:
   • hard, dry biscuits or twice-baked bread that are often eaten with tea or coffee
   • hard, dry bread that has been sliced and toasted, often served as a snack or with soup
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /rʌsks/
   • UK: /rʌsks/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "rusks" originated from the Latin word "ruscus," meaning "bramble." Rusks have been popular throughout history, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. They were originally developed as a way to preserve bread, and were often carried on long journeys. Rusks are still a popular snack today, and are often served with tea or coffee.
5. Synonyms:
   • twice-baked bread
   • hardtack
   • biscotti
6. Related Words:
   • crust
   • toast
   • bread
   • flour
   • baked
7. Example Sentences:
   • She enjoyed dipping her rusks in her tea.
   • The rusk was so hard that he had to soak it in his soup before he could eat it.

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Rusts is a verb and a noun.

Definitions

As a verb, rusts means to become or cause to become coated with rust. As a noun, rusts refers to a fungal disease of plants characterized by reddish or brownish patches on the leaves.

Pronunciations

US: /rʌsts/

UK: /rʌsts/

Origin and Usage

The verb rusts comes from the Old English word "rusta" meaning "rust." The noun rusts comes from the Middle English word "rust" which also means "rust." The verb is commonly used to describe the process of metal becoming corroded, while the noun is used to describe a fungal disease that affects plants.

Synonyms

As a verb: corrode, oxidize, erode, decay. As a noun: fungus, blight, mildew.

Related Words

crust, trust, burst, lusts, dusts.

Example Sentences

• The metal gate rusts quickly in the salty air.
• The old car rusts away in the backyard.
• The tomato plants in the garden have been affected by rusts.
• The farmer sprayed the crops with fungicide to prevent rusts.

rusty

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Covered with rust, or no longer new or in good condition.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈrʌsti/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈrʌsti/

Origin and Usage: The word "rusty" originated from the Middle English word "rusti" which means "covered with rust". It has been used since the 14th century to describe things that are covered with rust or no longer new or in good condition.

Synonyms: corroded, oxidized, weathered, worn-out, old, dilapidated, decrepit, shabby.

Related Words: crust, trust, burst, lusty, musty.

Example Sentences:

1. The old bike in the garage is rusty and needs to be repaired.
2. The rusty gate creaked as it opened slowly.
3. The rusty old car was parked in the driveway for years.
4. The metal railing on the balcony was rusty and dangerous.
5. The rusty old bridge was closed for repairs.