5 letter words with LAZ in the middle

blaze

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definitions:

• (verb) to burn brightly and intensely
• (verb) to make a trail or mark by burning or charring
• (noun) a bright and intense fire or flame
• (noun) a mark or trail made by burning or charring
• (noun) a sudden burst or outburst of something, such as activity, emotion, or publicity

Pronunciations:

• US: /bleɪz/
• UK: /bleɪz/

Origin and Usage: The word "blaze" comes from the Old English word "blæse," meaning "torch" or "flame." It has been used in English since the 13th century. The verb form "blaze" has been used to describe the act of burning or setting fire to something, as well as the act of marking a trail or path by burning or charring. The noun form "blaze" has been used to describe a bright and intense fire or flame, as well as a mark or trail made by burning or charring.

Synonyms:

• burn
• flare
• glow
• ignite
• flare-up

Related Words:

• blate
• bleat
• zealot
• blare
• blase

Example Sentences:

• The forest was ablaze with fire.
• The arsonist blazed a trail of destruction across the city.
• The blaze in the fireplace kept the room warm and cozy.
• The hiker followed the blazed trail through the woods.
• The new product launch caused a media blaze.

Glaze

Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

1. (n.) A thin layer of coating applied to a surface, typically for protection or decoration.
2. (v.) Coat or cover (food, pottery, etc.) with a glaze.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ɡleɪz/
• UK: /ɡleɪz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "glaze" originated from the Middle English word "glasen," which means "to furnish with glass." It was first used in the 14th century. The word is commonly used in the context of pottery and ceramics, where a glaze is applied to the surface of the object to give it a smooth, glossy finish. It is also used in cooking, where a glaze is applied to food to give it a shiny appearance and add flavor.

Synonyms:

• Coating
• Varnish
• Lacquer
• Finish
• Enamel

Related Words:

• Gleam
• Globe
• Gloom
• Gorge
• Grope

Example Sentences:

• The potter applied a glaze to the vase to give it a shiny finish.
• She glazed the ham with honey to add flavor and give it a shiny appearance.
• The glaze on the donut was too sweet for his taste.

Plaza

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A public square or open space in a city or town, usually surrounded by buildings.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈplɑː.zə/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈplɑː.zə/

Origin and Usage: The word "plaza" comes from the Spanish word "plaza," meaning "square" or "place." It was first used in English in the mid-18th century to refer to a public square or open space in a city or town. Today, plazas are common in many cities around the world and are often used as gathering places for events, festivals, and other public activities.

Synonyms: Square, piazza, public square, town square, market square, open space.

Related Words: Place, party, patio, pilot, point.

Example Sentences:

• They met at the plaza to watch the parade.
• The plaza was filled with people enjoying the music and food.
• The new shopping plaza has a variety of stores and restaurants.
• The town square was transformed into a winter wonderland for the holiday season.