5 letter words with HOP in the middle

Chops

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definition: (1) the part of an animals face that includes the jaw and cheekbones; (2) the ability to play a musical instrument or perform a skill well

Pronunciations: US: /tʃɑps/; UK: /tʃɒps/

Origin and Usage: (1) The word "chops" originated from the Old English word "ceap" meaning "jaw". It has been used to refer to the jaw and cheekbones of an animal since the 16th century. (2) The slang usage of "chops" to refer to the ability to perform a skill well, particularly in music, originated in the 1930s in African American jazz culture.

Synonyms: (1) jaws, cheekbones, face; (2) skills, ability, talent

Related Words: chips, chump, chime, charm, chive

Example Sentences:

• She had a big piece of meat stuck in her chops.
• Hes got some serious chops on the guitar.
• The boxer took a hard punch to the chops.
• The chefs lamb chops were cooked to perfection.

**Parts of Speech:** Noun, verb **Definitions:** *Noun:* A place where goods or services are sold, typically a small retail establishment *Verb:* Visit one or more shops in search of goods or services to buy **Pronunciations:** *US:* /ʃɑps/ (shops), /ʃɑp/ (shop) *UK:* /ʃɒps/ (shops), /ʃɒp/ (shop) **Origin and Usage:** The word "shop" originated from the Old English word "sceoppa" which means "booth" or "stall." The noun form of "shop" has been in use since the 14th century, while the verb form has been in use since the 16th century. In modern usage, "shop" is commonly used to refer to a retail establishment where goods or services are sold. It can also refer to a place where work is done, such as a mechanics shop or a woodworking shop. As a verb, "shop" means to visit one or more stores or establishments in search of goods or services to buy. **Synonyms:** store, boutique, emporium, outlet, establishment **Related Words:** store, trade, goods, sales, market **Example Sentences:** - She went to the shop to buy some milk and bread. - They spent the afternoon shopping for new clothes. - The mechanics shop was busy with customers getting their cars repaired. - He spent his weekends in his woodworking shop, making furniture for his home.