5 letter words starting with TU

Tuber

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

• A thickened, fleshy part of an underground stem, such as a potato or yam, that serves as a food reserve and is used for propagation.
• A swollen, rounded part of a plant, such as a begonia or cyclamen, that is usually found underground and is used for storage.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈtuːbər/; UK: /ˈtjuːbə/

Origin and Usage: The word "tuber" comes from the Latin word "tubera," meaning "swelling." It has been used in English since the 1660s to refer to the thickened, fleshy part of an underground stem that serves as a food reserve and is used for propagation. Tuberous plants are often cultivated for their edible tubers, such as potatoes, yams, and sweet potatoes.

Synonyms:

• Bulb
• Rhizome
• Corm

Related Words:

• Roots
• Tulip
• Onion
• Carob
• Bulbs

Example Sentences:

• The potato is a type of tuber that is widely cultivated for its edible properties.
• The begonia plant has tubers that are used for propagation.

Turfs 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

1. A surface layer of earth containing grass and its roots, held together by matted roots and other vegetation.

2. A piece of turf cut from such a layer, used for planting or paving.

3. An area of expertise or influence.

3. Pronunciations

US: /tɝfs/

UK: /tɜːfs/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "turfs" originated from the Old English word "tyrf" which means "a clod of earth". It has been used since the 14th century to refer to a surface layer of earth containing grass and its roots. In the 16th century, it was also used to refer to a piece of turf cut from such a layer, used for planting or paving. In the 19th century, it began to be used figuratively to refer to an area of expertise or influence.

5. Synonyms

Grass, sod, lawn, meadow, pitch, playing field, domain, realm, sphere, territory

6. Related Words

Turfy, surf, murfs, turps, durfs

7. Example Sentences

1. The soccer players ran across the turf to score a goal.

2. He bought a few turfs to plant in his backyard.

3. The companys turf is in the tech industry.

Definition of Tunic

A tunic is a loose-fitting garment that typically reaches the knees and has sleeves. It can be worn by both men and women and is often made of lightweight, breathable fabric.

Pronunciations of Tunic

• US: /ˈtuːnɪk/
• UK: /ˈtjuːnɪk/

Origin and Usage of Tunic

The word "tunic" comes from the Latin word "tunica," which was a basic garment worn by the ancient Romans. The tunic has been a popular style of clothing throughout history and is still worn in many cultures today. It is often associated with comfort and ease of movement.

Synonyms of Tunic

Some synonyms for tunic include shirt, blouse, top, and dress.

Related Words to Tunic

Some related five-letter words to tunic include:

• Untie
• Cubit
• Cumin
• Cupid
• Tulip

Example Sentences with Tunic

• She wore a flowing tunic and sandals to the beach.
• The ancient Greeks wore tunics made of linen or wool.
• He felt comfortable and relaxed in his loose-fitting tunic.
• The tunic is a versatile garment that can be dressed up or down.

Here is the requested information on "tumps": Tumps 1. Parts of Speech

Tumps is a noun and a verb.

2. Definitions

As a noun, tumps refers to a small hill or mound of earth. As a verb, tumps means to dump or overturn something.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /tʌmps/

UK: /tʌmps/

4. Origin and Usage

The origin of the word "tumps" is uncertain, but it is believed to be of British origin. It is a regional term that is commonly used in the West Midlands and the Welsh Marches of England. The word is often used in rural areas to describe small hills or mounds of earth that are not high enough to be considered proper hills or mountains. As a verb, "tumps" is often used to describe the act of dumping or overturning something, such as a wheelbarrow or a bucket.

5. Synonyms

As a noun, synonyms for tumps include hillock, knoll, and mound. As a verb, synonyms for tumps include dump, tip, and upend.

6. Related Words

Related 5 letter words to tumps include stump, trump, and slump.

7. Example Sentences

• The children rolled down the tumps in the field.
• He accidentally tumped over the bucket of water.

Heres the entry for "tulpa": tulpa

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: In Tibetan Buddhism, a thoughtform or a being that is created through intense concentration and visualization. In modern usage, it refers to a concept in which a person creates a mental construct that can take on a life of its own.

Pronunciation (US): TOOHL-puh

Pronunciation (UK): TUL-puh

Origin and Usage: The term "tulpa" comes from Tibetan Buddhism and is derived from the Tibetan word "töpa," which means "to build" or "to construct." In the Western world, the concept of tulpa gained popularity in the 20th century through the works of Alexandra David-Néel, a French explorer and spiritualist who studied Tibetan Buddhism and wrote about her experiences in her book "Magic and Mystery in Tibet."

Synonyms: None

Related Words: None

Example Sentences:

• She had created a tulpa in her mind, a being that she could see and interact with.
• According to Tibetan Buddhism, a tulpa can be created through intense concentration and visualization.
• Some people believe that their tulpa takes on a life of its own and can even communicate with them.