5 letter words starting with UM

Umbos

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

• The rounded protruding part of a shield or the body of a bivalve mollusk.
• The boss or central point of a convex object.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈʌmboʊz/
• UK: /ˈʌmbəʊz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "umbos" comes from the Latin word "umbo," which means "boss" or "knob." It has been used in English since the early 17th century to refer to the boss or central point of a convex object. It is commonly used in the context of shields and bivalve mollusks.

5. Synonyms:

• Knob
• Boss
• Protuberance

6. Related Words:

• Bosom
• Bloom
• Embos
• Limbo
• Plumb

7. Example Sentences:

• The shields umbo was heavily dented after the battle.
• The umbo of the bivalve mollusk was used to pry open the shell.
• The umbo of the convex mirror reflected the image of the room.

Umbra

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Umbra refers to the darkest part of a shadow, where no light is visible. It can also refer to a phantom or ghost-like image.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈʌmbrə/; UK: /ˈʌmbrə/

Origin and Usage: The word "umbra" comes from the Latin word for "shadow." It has been used in English since the 17th century to refer to the darkest part of a shadow. In astronomy, it is used to describe the darkest part of a celestial bodys shadow, such as during a lunar eclipse. In art, it can refer to the use of shadows to create depth and contrast in an image. In spiritual contexts, it can refer to a ghostly or phantom-like presence.

Synonyms: Shade, darkness, obscurity, ghost, phantom

Related Words: Shade, ghost, image, shadow, haunt

Example Sentences:

• The umbra of the tree provided a cool spot to rest on a hot day.
• The moon was completely within the umbra of the Earths shadow during the eclipse.
• She felt a chill as if an umbra passed through her body.

Umber

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Definition:

• A natural pigment that is a dark brown color.
• A dark brown color.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈʌmbər/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈʌmbə/

Origin and Usage: The word "umber" comes from the Latin word "umbra" meaning "shade" or "shadow". It has been in use since the 16th century to describe a natural pigment that is a dark brown color. It is also used to describe the color itself.

Synonyms: Brown, sepia, sienna, burnt umber

Related Words: Amber, ember, crumb, plumb, thumb

Example Sentences:

• The artist mixed umber with other pigments to create a unique color for his painting.
• The walls of the old building were painted in a rich umber color.
• The soil in the garden had an umber hue due to the high iron content.

Umami

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A savory taste sensation that is one of the five basic tastes, along with sweet, sour, bitter, and salty.

Pronunciation (US): /uːˈmɑːmi/

Pronunciation (UK): /uːˈmɑːmi/

Origin and Usage: The term "umami" was first used in 1908 by Japanese chemist Kikunae Ikeda to describe the taste of glutamic acid, which is found in foods such as meat, fish, and cheese. The word "umami" comes from the Japanese word for "delicious" or "yummy." Umami is now recognized as one of the five basic tastes and is used to describe the taste of foods that are savory, meaty, or brothy.

Synonyms: Savory, meaty, brothy

Related Words: Glaze, gravy, broth, sauce, spice

Example Sentences:

1. She added some soy sauce to the soup to give it a rich umami flavor.
2. The burger had a delicious umami taste thanks to the juicy beef patty.
3. The chef used mushrooms to add umami to the vegetarian dish.