5 letter words with IP in the middle

Definition of "Gripe"

Part of Speech: verb, noun

Definition: To complain or express discontent. A complaint or expression of discontent.

Pronunciations: US: /ɡraɪp/, UK: /ɡrʌɪp/

Origin and Usage: The word "gripe" originated from Middle English "gripen" which means "to clutch or seize". It has been used in English since the 14th century. As a verb, it is commonly used to describe someone who complains or expresses discontent about something. As a noun, it refers to a complaint or expression of discontent.

Synonyms: complain, grumble, moan, whine, grouse

Related Words: grime, grape, gripe, grippe

Example Sentences:

• She always gripes about her job, but never does anything to change it.
• His constant griping about the weather was starting to annoy everyone.
• The customers gripe was that the product was not as advertised.

Snipe

Part of Speech: Noun, verb

Definition:

• As a noun: a wading bird with a long straight bill and brownish plumage, found chiefly in the Old World.
• As a verb: to shoot at someone from a hidden position.

Pronunciations:

• US: /snaɪp/
• UK: /snaɪp/

Origin and Usage:

The word "snipe" comes from the Old Norse word "snipa," which means "snipe" or "woodcock." The bird was named for its long, straight bill, which resembles a sewing needle. The verb "snipe" has been used since the late 18th century to describe shooting at someone from a hidden position. The noun "snipe" has been used since the early 17th century to describe the bird.

Synonyms:

• As a noun: woodcock, sandpiper
• As a verb: ambush, shoot, attack

Related Words:

• Spine
• Swipe
• Pines
• Spite
• Snips

Example Sentences:

• The birdwatchers were thrilled to spot a snipe in the marsh.
• The sniper waited patiently for his target to appear.

Quips

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: a clever or witty remark
• Verb: make a witty remark

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /kwɪps/
• UK: /kwɪps/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "quips" originated from the Middle English word "quippen," which means to taunt or sneer. It is commonly used in informal settings to describe a clever or witty remark, often made in a lighthearted or humorous way. The verb form of "quips" is often used to describe the act of making such a remark.

5. Synonyms: jest, joke, wisecrack, pun, quibble

6. Related Words: quell, quote, quick, quiet

7. Example Sentences:

• Her witty quips always made everyone laugh.
• He quipped that he was the only one who could make a joke about that situation.

Parts of Speech

Clips is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, clips refer to small metal or plastic objects used to hold things together or to keep things in place. As a verb, clips mean to cut or trim something, especially with scissors or shears.

Pronunciations

US: /klɪps/

UK: /klɪps/

Origin and Usage

The word clips originated from the Middle English word "clippen," which means "to embrace." It was first used in the 14th century to refer to the act of embracing or holding tightly. The meaning of the word evolved over time to include the use of small metal or plastic objects to hold things together or to keep things in place. The verb form of the word, which means to cut or trim something, especially with scissors or shears, was first used in the 16th century.

Synonyms

As a noun, clips can be synonymous with clamps, fasteners, or pegs. As a verb, clips can be synonymous with trim, cut, or shear.

Related Words

As a noun, related 5 letter words to clips include clasp, clamp, and cloak. As a verb, related 5 letter words to clips include clasp, clump, and cleat.

Example Sentences

As a noun:

• She used clips to hold her hair back.
• The paper clips were scattered all over the desk.
• He attached the clips to the document to keep it from flying away.

As a verb:

• She clipped the coupons from the newspaper.
• He clipped the hedges in the garden.
• The barber clipped his hair with scissors.