5 letter words starting with TRE

Here is the requested information about the word "trees": Trees 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

1. A perennial plant with a single stem or trunk, supporting branches and leaves.
2. A wooden structure or part of a structure.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /triːz/
• UK: /triːz/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "trees" originated from the Old English word "treow". Trees are important to the environment as they provide oxygen, reduce carbon dioxide levels, and provide habitats for animals. Trees are also used for various purposes such as building materials, fuel, and paper production.

5. Synonyms

• Forest
• Woodland
• Grove

6. Related Words

• Trunk
• Leaves
• Boughs

7. Example Sentences

• The trees in the park provide shade on hot days.
• The carpenter used a piece of wood from a tree to make the table.

**Parts of Speech:** Treks is a noun and a verb. **Definitions:** - As a noun: A long, arduous journey, especially one made on foot. - As a verb: To go on a long, arduous journey, especially one made on foot. **Pronunciations:** - US: /treks/ - UK: /treks/ **Origin and Usage:** The word "treks" originated from the Dutch word "trek," which means a journey or migration. It was first used in the English language in the early 19th century. The word is commonly used to describe a long, difficult journey, especially one made on foot. It is often used in the context of hiking and backpacking. **Synonyms:** - As a noun: Hike, expedition, journey, pilgrimage, odyssey. - As a verb: Hike, backpack, trudge, journey, travel. **Related Words:** - Hikes - Tracks - Tricks - Brisk - Streak **Example Sentences:** - As a noun: After a long trek through the mountains, they finally reached the summit. - As a verb: They decided to trek through the desert to reach the oasis.

Dictionary Entry: Treed 1. Parts of Speech

Verb

2. Definitions

1. (of an animal) forced to take refuge in a tree by a pursuing hunter or hound; trapped in a tree.

2. (of a person or animal) climb up into or perch in a tree.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /triːd/

UK: /triːd/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "treed" comes from the verb "tree," which means to force an animal to take refuge in a tree by pursuing it. The term is commonly used in hunting and trapping contexts. In addition, "treed" can also refer to a person or animal climbing up into or perching in a tree for safety or recreation.

5. Synonyms

cornered, trapped, surrounded, enclosed, ensnared

6. Related Words

trade, deter, breed, greed, creed

7. Example Sentences

1. The hound chased the fox until it was treed.

2. The cat treed itself to escape the dog.

3. The bird treed itself on the branch.

4. The hunter treed the raccoon.

5. The squirrel was treed by the dog.

Definition of Tread

1. Parts of Speech: Tread is a verb and a noun.

2. Definitions:

• As a verb: To step or walk on or over something, or to press something down with the feet. To move or proceed in a specified way or direction.
• As a noun: The action of treading or walking on something, or the sound made by someone or something treading.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /tred/
• UK: /tred/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word tread originated from the Old English word redan which means to step or tread. It has been in use since the 14th century. Tread is commonly used in everyday language to describe walking or stepping on something. It is also used in the context of vehicles, such as the tread of a tire or the tread of a tank.

5. Synonyms:

• Step
• Walk
• Tramp
• March
• Stomp

6. Related Words:

• Trade
• Trend
• Grade
• Dread
• Bread

7. Example Sentences:

• She carefully treaded on the icy pavement to avoid slipping.
• The hiker treaded carefully along the narrow path.
• The cars tread was worn down, making it difficult to drive on wet roads.
• The sound of footsteps treading on the wooden