5 letter words with LAP in the middle

Claps 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: A sharp sound made by striking together two hard objects, typically as a form of applause.
• Verb: Strike the palms of the hands together repeatedly, typically in order to applaud someone or something.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /klæps/
• UK: /klaps/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "claps" originated from Middle English "clappen", which means "to strike, beat, or throb". The noun form of "claps" is often used to refer to the sound made by hands clapping together, as in "the claps of thunder". The verb form is commonly used to signify applause, as in "the audience claps for the performer".

5. Synonyms:

• Applause
• Acclaim
• Cheer
• Bravo
• Encore

6. Related Words:

• Clamp
• Clasp
• Clack
• Clash
• Clear

7. Example Sentences:

• The audience erupted in claps and cheers at the end of the performance.
• She claps her hands excitedly as she receives the award.
• The sound of thunderous claps echoed through the stadium.
• He claps his hands together to get the attention of the class.

Flaps

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: The movable parts on the trailing edge of an airplane wing that can be lowered to increase lift or drag.
• Verb: To wave or flutter rapidly or noisily.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /flæps/
• UK: /flæps/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "flaps" originated in the mid-17th century, from the Dutch word "flappen" which means to clap or slap. In aviation, "flaps" refer to the movable parts on the trailing edge of an airplane wing that can be lowered to increase lift or drag. The verb form of "flaps" is used to describe the rapid or noisy waving or fluttering of something, such as a flag or a birds wings.

5. Synonyms:

• Noun: Ailerons, spoilers, slats
• Verb: Flutter, wave, wag

6. Related Words:

• Flags
• Clasp
• Plays
• Craps
• Strap

7. Example Sentences:

• The pilot lowered the flaps to increase lift.
• The bird flapped its wings and flew away.

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

Slaps is a verb and a noun.

Definitions

As a verb, slaps means to hit someone or something with the palm of the hand or a flat object. As a noun, slaps refers to a sharp blow or smack.

Pronunciations

US: /slæps/

UK: /slæps/

Origin and Usage

The origin of slaps is uncertain, but it has been in use since the 17th century. It is often used colloquially to describe a physical action or reaction, such as slapping someone in the face or slapping ones forehead in frustration.

Synonyms

As a verb, synonyms for slaps include hits, strikes, smacks, and thwacks. As a noun, synonyms include smack, whack, and blow.

Related Words

Other 5 letter words related to slaps include claps, flaps, and snaps.

Example Sentences

• He slaps the ball across the field.
• The angry customer slaps the receipt on the counter.
• She received a slap on the wrist for being late.