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5 letter words starting with TICK

TICKS

TICKY

Common 5 letter words starting with TIC with meaning

Word	Definition
TICKS	Parts of Speech Ticks is a noun and a verb. Definitions Noun: a small arachnid that sucks the blood of mammals and birds, sometimes transmitting diseases. Verb: (1) (of a clock or other mechanical device) make a regular short sharp sound, typically one that causes a mechanical operation to take place; (2) attach or fix with a tick or ticks; (3) (informal) complete a form, list, or questionnaire by inserting a tick or ticks. Pronunciations US: /tɪks/ UK: /tɪks/ Origin and Usage The word "ticks" originated from the Old English word "ticcen" which meant "a tick". It has been used in English since the 14th century. The noun "ticks" refers to a small arachnid that sucks the blood of mammals and birds, sometimes transmitting diseases. The verb "ticks" is used to refer to the sound made by a clock or other mechanical device, or to attach or fix something with a tick or ticks. It is also used informally to refer to completing a form, list, or questionnaire by inserting a tick or ticks. Synonyms Noun: arachnid, parasite, bug, mite Verb: click, mark, check Related Words Click Quick Stick Picks Trick Example Sentences The dog had ticks all over his body. The clock ticks every second. She ticks off the items on her to-do list as she completes them.
TICKY	Dictionary Entry: Ticky 1. Parts of Speech: Adjective 2. Definitions: 1. (informal) Slightly sticky or adhesive. 2. (informal) Likely to change frequently or suddenly, especially in regards to a persons mood or temperament. 3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈtɪki/ UK: /ˈtɪki/ 4. Origin and Usage: The origin of "ticky" is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated in the early 20th century in the United States. It is often used informally to describe something that is slightly sticky or adhesive, such as a piece of tape or a sticker. It can also be used to describe a person who is likely to change their mood or temperament frequently or suddenly. 5. Synonyms: sticky, adhesive, tacky, gummy, clingy 6. Related Words: sticky, tacky, gummy, clingy, goopy 7. Example Sentences: 1. She put a ticky note on her computer screen to remind herself of the meeting. 2. His mood was ticky all day, making it difficult for his coworkers to interact with him.

Word

Definition

TICKS

Parts of Speech

Ticks is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

Noun: a small arachnid that sucks the blood of mammals and birds, sometimes transmitting diseases.
Verb: (1) (of a clock or other mechanical device) make a regular short sharp sound, typically one that causes a mechanical operation to take place; (2) attach or fix with a tick or ticks; (3) (informal) complete a form, list, or questionnaire by inserting a tick or ticks.

Pronunciations

US: /tɪks/
UK: /tɪks/

Origin and Usage

The word "ticks" originated from the Old English word "ticcen" which meant "a tick". It has been used in English since the 14th century. The noun "ticks" refers to a small arachnid that sucks the blood of mammals and birds, sometimes transmitting diseases. The verb "ticks" is used to refer to the sound made by a clock or other mechanical device, or to attach or fix something with a tick or ticks. It is also used informally to refer to completing a form, list, or questionnaire by inserting a tick or ticks.

Synonyms

Noun: arachnid, parasite, bug, mite
Verb: click, mark, check

Related Words

Click
Quick
Stick
Picks
Trick

Example Sentences

The dog had ticks all over his body.
The clock ticks every second.
She ticks off the items on her to-do list as she completes them.

TICKY

Dictionary Entry: Ticky 1. Parts of Speech:

Adjective

2. Definitions:

1. (informal) Slightly sticky or adhesive.

2. (informal) Likely to change frequently or suddenly, especially in regards to a persons mood or temperament.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /ˈtɪki/

UK: /ˈtɪki/

4. Origin and Usage:

The origin of "ticky" is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated in the early 20th century in the United States. It is often used informally to describe something that is slightly sticky or adhesive, such as a piece of tape or a sticker. It can also be used to describe a person who is likely to change their mood or temperament frequently or suddenly.

5. Synonyms:

sticky, adhesive, tacky, gummy, clingy

6. Related Words:

sticky, tacky, gummy, clingy, goopy

7. Example Sentences:

1. She put a ticky note on her computer screen to remind herself of the meeting.

2. His mood was ticky all day, making it difficult for his coworkers to interact with him.

5 letter words starting with TIC