5 letter words with EAK in the middle

Leaky

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Allowing liquid or gas to pass through a hole or crack

Pronunciations: US: /ˈliki/, UK: /ˈliːki/

Origin and Usage: The word "leaky" originated from the Middle English word "lek" which means "to leak". It has been in use since the 15th century. "Leaky" is commonly used to describe a container or surface that is not properly sealed and allows liquid or gas to escape through a hole or crack.

Synonyms: Porous, permeable, penetrable, unsealed, not airtight, not watertight

Related Words: Leak, peaky, teaks, bleak, reaky

Example Sentences:

• The roof was so leaky that water was dripping into the house.
• The old water bottle was leaky and needed to be replaced.
• The tire had a leaky valve, causing it to lose air quickly.

Here is the result in HTML text formatting: Beaky 1. Parts of Speech

Adjective

2. Definitions

1. Having a beak or a nose that resembles a beak.
2. Having a prominent or pointed nose.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /ˈbiːki/
• UK: /ˈbiːki/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "beaky" is derived from the noun "beak" which means a birds bill or a humans nose. The adjective "beaky" is used to describe someone or something that has a nose that resembles a beak, or a prominent or pointed nose. It is a colloquial term that is often used in a humorous or affectionate way.

5. Synonyms

• Hooked
• Prominent
• Pointed
• Aquiline

6. Related Words

• Beard
• Bleak
• Break
• Creak
• Freak

7. Example Sentences

• She had a beaky nose that made her look like a bird.
• The eagle had a beaky bill that was perfect for catching fish.
• He had a beaky profile that made him stand out from the crowd.
• The cartoon character had a beaky nose that was always getting him into trouble.