5 letter words starting with SEL

5 letter words starting with SEL in English

5 letter words starting with SELL


Common 5 letter words starting with SEL with meaning

WordDefinition
SELLA
Sella Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:
  1. a saddle-shaped depression in the upper surface of a bone, such as the one in the skull that holds the pituitary gland
  2. a seat or stall in a market or bazaar
Pronunciations:
  • US: /ˈsɛlə/
  • UK: /ˈsɛlə/
Origin and Usage:

The word "sella" comes from the Latin word "sella" meaning "seat" or "chair." It has been used in English since the 16th century to refer to the saddle-shaped depression in a bone. The term "sella turcica" specifically refers to the depression in the sphenoid bone of the skull that holds the pituitary gland. The term "sella" is also used in Italian to refer to a market stall or seat.

Synonyms:
  • pituitary fossa
  • saddle-shaped depression
  • sella turcica
  • market stall
  • seat
Related Words:
  • scale
  • sepal
  • spale
  • spell
  • lapel
Example Sentences:
  1. The pituitary gland is located in the sella turcica.
  2. The market was full of colorful sellas.
SELLS
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Verb

Definitions
  • To exchange (goods or services) for money
  • To persuade someone to accept or buy something
  • To be purchased in a specified quantity or amount
Pronunciations
  • US: /sɛlz/
  • UK: /sɛlz/
Origin and Usage

The word "sells" originates from the Old English word "sellan" which means "to give". It has been used in the English language since the 12th century. The word is commonly used in business transactions and marketing to refer to the exchange of goods or services for money.

Synonyms
  • Market
  • Vend
  • Trade
  • Merchandise
  • Supply
Related Words
  • Sales
  • Trade
  • Money
  • Goods
  • Store
Example Sentences
  • He sells cars for a living.
  • The company sells its products online.
  • She sells seashells by the seashore.