5 letter words starting with SPO

Spook 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

2. Definitions

a. (noun) a ghost or spirit
b. (noun) a spy or undercover agent
c. (verb) to scare or startle someone

3. Pronunciations

US: /spuːk/
UK: /spʊk/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "spook" originated in the early 1800s as a noun meaning "ghost" or "specter." It is believed to have come from the Dutch word "spook," which means "ghost" or "specter." In the mid-1900s, "spook" also became a slang term for a spy or undercover agent, likely due to the secretive and elusive nature of both spies and ghosts. As a verb, "spook" means to scare or startle someone.

5. Synonyms

a. (noun) ghost, specter, phantom
b. (noun) spy, undercover agent, intelligence agent
c. (verb) scare, startle, frighten

6. Related Words

ghost, scare, haunt, eerie, spooky

7. Example Sentences

a. The old mansion was said to be haunted by a spook that roamed the halls at night.
b. The CIA agent was known as a master spook, able to blend in seamlessly with his surroundings.
c. The sudden noise spooked the horse, causing it to rear up and throw its rider.

Spore

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

• a tiny, typically one-celled, reproductive unit capable of giving rise to a new individual without sexual fusion, characteristic of lower plants, fungi, and protozoans.
• a similar structure in some animals, such as the protozoan.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /spɔr/
• UK: /spɔː/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "spore" comes from the Greek word "spora," meaning "seed." Spores are reproductive structures found in lower plants, fungi, and protozoans. They are capable of giving rise to a new individual without sexual fusion. Spores are also found in some animals, such as the protozoan. Spores are used in various fields, including agriculture, medicine, and biotechnology.

5. Synonyms:

• Seed
• Germ
• Reproductive cell

6. Related Words:

• Fungi
• Bryon
• Proto
• Hypha
• Algae

7. Example Sentences:

• The fungus reproduces by releasing spores into the air.
• The spores of the protozoan can survive in harsh environments.

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Noun, verb

Definitions:

Noun: an implement consisting of a small shallow bowl, oval or round, at the end of a handle, used for eating, stirring, and serving food.

Verb: to scoop up or transfer (food) with or as if with a spoon.

Pronunciations:

US: /spun/

UK: /spuːn/

Origin and Usage:

The word "spoon" originated from Old English "spon" which means a chip of wood or a splinter. The first recorded use of the word "spoon" to refer to a utensil for eating was in the 14th century. Spoons have been used for centuries, and they are still widely used today for eating, stirring, and serving food.

Synonyms:

Ladle, scoop, spoonful, utensil

Related Words:

Knife, fork, plate, dish, bowl

Example Sentences:

1. She stirred her tea with a silver spoon.
2. He spooned some soup into his mouth.
3. She scooped up the ice cream with a spoon.

Spook 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

2. Definitions

a. (noun) a ghost or spirit
b. (noun) a spy or undercover agent
c. (verb) to scare or startle someone

3. Pronunciations

US: /spuːk/
UK: /spʊk/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "spook" originated in the early 1800s as a noun meaning "ghost" or "specter." It is believed to have come from the Dutch word "spook," which means "ghost" or "specter." In the mid-1900s, "spook" also became a slang term for a spy or undercover agent, likely due to the secretive and elusive nature of both spies and ghosts. As a verb, "spook" means to scare or startle someone.

5. Synonyms

a. (noun) ghost, specter, phantom
b. (noun) spy, undercover agent, intelligence agent
c. (verb) scare, startle, frighten

6. Related Words

ghost, scare, haunt, eerie, spooky

7. Example Sentences

a. The old mansion was said to be haunted by a spook that roamed the halls at night.
b. The CIA agent was known as a master spook, able to blend in seamlessly with his surroundings.
c. The sudden noise spooked the horse, causing it to rear up and throw its rider.

spoof

1. Parts of Speech: noun, verb
2. Definitions:
   • a humorous imitation of something, typically a film or a particular genre of film.
   • to imitate something in a humorous way.
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /spuf/
   • UK: /spuːf/
4. Origin and Usage:

   The word "spoof" originated in the late 19th century as a verb meaning "to deceive or swindle." It likely comes from the Dutch word "spoof," which means "to mock." By the early 20th century, the word had taken on its modern sense of a humorous imitation. It is commonly used in the context of films, TV shows, and other media.

5. Synonyms: parody, satire, lampoon, burlesque, imitation
6. Related Words: mimic, mock, joke, prank, satire
7. Example Sentences:
   • The movie was a spoof of the classic western genre.
   • The comedian spoofed the presidents speech in a hilarious sketch.