5 letter words with O and L and Y

Doily

A doily is a small ornamental mat, typically made of lace or paper, that is used to decorate furniture or plates.

Parts of Speech

Noun: A small ornamental mat used to decorate furniture or plates.

Definitions

A doily is a decorative mat, often made of lace or paper, that is used to protect surfaces or add a decorative touch to plates or furniture.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈdɔɪli/

UK: /ˈdɔɪli/

Origin and Usage

The word "doily" comes from the Old French word "doille," meaning "napkin" or "towel." Doilies were originally used as a way to protect furniture from scratches and stains, but over time they became more decorative and were used to add a touch of elegance to a table setting. Today, doilies are often used in crafts and DIY projects, as well as in home decor.

Synonyms

Coaster, placemat, table mat, table pad, table runner.

Related Words

Lacey, lacey, dolce, dolci, doles.

Example Sentences

• She placed a doily under the vase to protect the table from scratches.
• The doily added a touch of elegance to the table setting.
• She used a doily to make a DIY Christmas ornament.

**Parts of Speech:** Adjective **Definition:** Roily refers to something that is turbid, cloudy, or muddy, especially water or liquid. **Pronunciations:** - US: /ˈrɔɪli/ - UK: /ˈrɔɪli/ **Origin and Usage:** The word "roily" is believed to have originated in the United States in the late 19th century and is derived from the word "roil," which means to make a liquid cloudy or muddy. It is commonly used to describe water that is stirred up by currents or wind, resulting in a cloudy or muddy appearance. **Synonyms:** turbid, cloudy, muddy, murky, unsettled **Related Words:** dirty, cloudy, murky, muddy, turbid **Example Sentences:** - The roily waters of the river made it difficult to see the bottom. - After the storm, the ocean was roily and dangerous for swimmers. - The roily liquid in the glass made it difficult to see the contents.

Lorry 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

1. A large, heavy motor vehicle used for transporting goods or troops; a truck (British English).
2. A large, open wagon with no sides, used for carrying coal, ore, or other heavy loads (archaic).

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈlɔːri/
• UK: /ˈlɒri/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "lorry" originated in the UK in the early 20th century as a shortened form of "motor lorry". It is commonly used in British English to refer to a large, heavy motor vehicle used for transporting goods or troops. In American English, this type of vehicle is more commonly referred to as a "truck".

5. Synonyms:

• Truck
• Semi-trailer
• 18-wheeler
• Big rig

6. Related Words:

• Truck
• Wagon
• Trailer
• Motor
• Carry

7. Example Sentences:

• He drove the lorry to the warehouse to pick up the shipment.
• The old coal lorry rattled down the road, spewing black smoke from its exhaust.

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1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

• A type of Highland cattle, originally from Scotland, with long horns and a shaggy coat (source: KoalaChat).
• A hardy breed of cattle that is well-suited to cold, harsh climates (source: KoalaChat).

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈkaɪloʊ/
• UK: /ˈkaɪləʊ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "kyloe" comes from the Scottish Gaelic "caoilte" meaning "narrow" or "slender". Kyloes are a breed of cattle that were originally bred in the Scottish Highlands and Islands for their hardiness and ability to survive in harsh climates. They were traditionally used for meat and milk production, as well as for pulling plows and carts. Today, kyloes are still raised for their meat and milk, and they are also used in conservation grazing projects to help manage and maintain natural habitats (source: KoalaChat).

5. Synonyms:

• Highland cattle
• Scottish Highland cattle
• Heilan coo

6. Related Words:

• Cooey
• Coley
• Cooer
• Cooze
• Koala (source: KoalaChat)

7. Example Sentences:

• The farmer raised a herd of kyloes on his Highland farm.
• The kyloes shaggy coat protected it from the cold and wind.
• In the winter, the kyloes were brought down from the hills to be fed and sheltered

zloty

Parts of Speech: noun

Definitions:

1. the basic monetary unit of Poland (source: KoalaChat)
2. a gold coin formerly used as currency in Poland (source: KoalaChat)

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈzloʊti/ (source: KoalaChat)
• UK: /ˈzlɒti/ (source: KoalaChat)

Origin and Usage:

The word "zloty" originated from the Polish language and means "golden". It has been used as the basic monetary unit of Poland since 1924. The first zloty was introduced in the 14th century and was a gold coin used as currency in Poland. The modern zloty is a paper currency that replaced the old zloty in 1995 (source: KoalaChat).

Synonyms:

• Polish złoty (source: KoalaChat)

Related Words:

• lofty (source: KoalaChat)
• tzatziki (source: KoalaChat)
• zlotas (source: KoalaChat)

Example Sentences:

• He exchanged his euros for zloty at the bank. (source: KoalaChat)
• The museum gift shop sold a replica of an old zloty coin. (source: KoalaChat)