5 letter words starting with THA

Heres the dictionary-style entry for "thali": thali

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: A round plate or platter used to serve food in Indian cuisine.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈtɑːli/ UK: /ˈtæli/

Origin and Usage: The word "thali" comes from the Hindi language and is commonly used in Indian cuisine. It is usually made of metal and has several compartments to serve different types of food. The thali is an important part of Indian culture and is used in religious ceremonies and festivals.

Synonyms: plate, platter, dish

Related Words: plate, dish, saucer, tray, bowl

Example Sentences:

• She ordered a vegetarian thali for lunch.
• The thali was filled with rice, dal, vegetables, and chapati.
• The restaurant offered a special thali for Diwali.

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Noun

Definitions

• A Scottish and English term for a feudal lord or baron.
• A local official in Anglo-Saxon and medieval England.

Pronunciations

• US: /θeɪn/
• UK: /θeɪn/

Origin and Usage

The word "thane" originated from Old English þegn, meaning "servant" or "retainer." In Anglo-Saxon England, a thane was a local official who held land from a nobleman and had certain duties and privileges. In Scotland, a thane was a feudal lord or baron. The term is now obsolete in both countries.

Synonyms

• Baron
• Feudal lord
• Nobleman

Related Words

• Agent
• Crate
• Earth
• Event
• Fable

Example Sentences

• The thane held land from the nobleman and had certain duties and privileges.
• The thane was a local official in Anglo-Saxon and medieval England.
• The thane was a feudal lord or baron in Scotland.

Thank

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Definition: To express gratitude or appreciation; an expression of gratitude or appreciation.

Pronunciations: US: /θæŋk/, UK: /θaŋk/

Origin and Usage: The word "thank" originated from the Old English word "thanian" which means "to give thanks". It has been in use since the 12th century. "Thank" is commonly used to express gratitude or appreciation for something. It is used in both formal and informal settings.

Synonyms: Appreciate, Acknowledge, Grateful, Obliged, Indebted

Related Words: Grate, Faith, Trust, Happy, Smile

Example Sentences:

• The little girl thanked her mother for the gift.
• He thanked his boss for the promotion.
• She was grateful for the help and thanked the stranger.
• They sent a thank-you note to the host after the party.
• The teacher thanked the students for their hard work.

Parts of Speech:

Thaws is a verb.

Definitions:

1. To become less severe or to melt after being frozen (e.g. snow or ice).

2. To become more friendly or relaxed after a period of tension or unfriendliness.

Pronunciations:

US: /θɔz/

UK: /θɔːz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "thaws" originated from the Old Norse word "thá" meaning "thaw" or "melt." It has been used in English since the 14th century. Thaws are typically associated with the end of winter and the beginning of spring, as snow and ice begin to melt. The word is also used metaphorically to describe a change in attitude or relationship, as in "the tension between them thawed."

Synonyms:

Defrost, melt, soften, warm up, unfreeze.

Related Words:

Blaze, chafe, craze, glaze, graze.

Example Sentences:

1. After the long winter, the snow finally thaws and the flowers begin to bloom.
2. With a little warmth, the ice on the pond thaws and the ducks can swim again.
3. After weeks of not speaking, the tension between them finally thaws and they begin to talk again.