5 letter words with E and A and L

Algae

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definition: Algae are a diverse group of aquatic, photosynthetic organisms that range in size from single-celled microalgae to giant kelp. They are found in virtually every aquatic habitat, including oceans, freshwater lakes and rivers, and even in snow and ice.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈæl.dʒi/ UK: /ˈæl.ɡi/

Origin and Usage: The word "algae" comes from the Latin word alga, which means "seaweed" or "seaweed slime." The term was first used in the mid-18th century to describe a group of aquatic plants that were thought to be related to seaweed. Today, the term is used to describe a diverse group of photosynthetic organisms that are not closely related to plants or animals.

Synonyms: Seaweed, pond scum, phytoplankton, microalgae, macroalgae, sea lettuce, kelp, diatoms.

Related Words: Algal, Algid, Algin.

Example Sentences:

• The pond was covered in a thick layer of green algae.
• Scientists are studying how algae can be used to produce biofuels.
• Kelp is a type of brown algae that can grow up to 150 feet long.

Sure, heres the information you requested: Value Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

Noun: The worth, usefulness, or importance of something.
Verb: To consider something to be important or beneficial.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈvæl·ju/

UK: /ˈvæl·ju/

Origin and Usage

The word "value" comes from the Latin word "valere" meaning "to be strong". It has been used in English since the 15th century. As a noun, "value" refers to the worth, usefulness, or importance of something. As a verb, it means to consider something to be important or beneficial.

Synonyms

Worth, importance, significance, usefulness, benefit

Related Words

Price, cost, asset, trade, goods

Example Sentences

Noun: The value of the painting was estimated to be over a million dollars.

Verb: She values honesty above all else in her relationships.

Here is the dictionary-style entry for "slade": Slade 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions

1. A narrow valley or dale.
2. To walk or slide down a steep or slippery slope.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /sleɪd/
• UK: /sleɪd/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "slade" comes from the Old English "slead", meaning "a valley with a stream". It has been in use since the 14th century. In modern usage, "slade" is most commonly used to refer to a narrow valley or dale, often with a stream running through it. The verb form of "slade" is less commonly used, but can refer to the act of walking or sliding down a steep or slippery slope.

5. Synonyms

• Valley
• Dale
• Glen
• Ravine

6. Related Words

• Blade
• Glade
• Shade
• Spade
• Trade

7. Example Sentences

• The hikers followed the slade through the forest.
• He lost his footing and sladed down the hillside.

Salep

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions: A starchy substance obtained from the tubers of certain orchids, especially the genus Orchis, used in the Middle East as a food and in Europe and America as a thickening agent for ice cream.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈsæləp/; UK: /ˈsælɛp/

4. Origin and Usage: Salep comes from the Turkish word "salep" and has been used in the Middle East as a food and medicine for centuries. It was introduced to Europe in the 18th century and became popular as a thickening agent for ice cream. However, due to over-harvesting of orchids, salep is now a rare and expensive ingredient.

5. Synonyms: None

6. Related Words: Aleph, lapse, leaps, pleas, sepal

7. Example Sentences:

• She prepared a hot cup of salep to warm herself on the cold winter night.
• The ice cream shop used salep as a thickening agent to give their ice cream a unique texture.
• Due to the high demand for salep, the orchids from which it is derived are now endangered.

zoeal

1. Parts of Speech: adjective

2. Definitions:

• relating to or denoting a larval stage of certain crustaceans, typically shrimp, in which the body is divided into segments and has a characteristic spiny appearance.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈzoʊ.i.əl/
• UK: /ˈzəʊ.i.əl/

4. Origin and Usage:

• The word "zoeal" comes from the Greek word "zoion" which means animal. It is used to describe the larval stage of certain crustaceans, particularly shrimp. The term is commonly used in marine biology and zoology.

5. Synonyms:

• larval
• juvenile
• young

6. Related Words:

• larva
• crust
• shrimp
• spiny
• stage

7. Example Sentences:

• The zoeal stage of the shrimp is characterized by a spiny appearance.
• Scientists are studying the zoeal stage of crustaceans to better understand their development.
• The zoeal larvae of certain shrimp species are an important food source for many marine animals.