5 letter words with Q and U

Quaff

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: to drink a beverage heartily and in large quantities.

Pronunciation (US): /kwɑf/

Pronunciation (UK): /kwɒf/

Origin and Usage: The word "quaff" originated from the Middle English word "quaffen" which means to drink or quaff. The word has been in use since the 14th century and is still used today in modern English. It is often used to describe the act of drinking a beverage in a hearty and enthusiastic manner.

Synonyms: gulp, swig, chug, imbibe, drink up

Related Words: draft, toast, cheers, drink, guzzle

Example Sentences:

• He quaffed the beer in one long gulp.
• The guests quaffed champagne and enjoyed the party.
• She quaffed the water after a long run.

Heres the requested information about the word "quote": Quote

Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

1. A group of words repeated from a text or speech, typically with an indication that one is not the original author or speaker.
2. Repeat or copy out (a group of words from a text or speech), typically with an indication that one is not the original author or speaker.

Pronunciations:

• US: /kwot/
• UK: /kwəʊt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "quote" originated from the Latin word "quotare", which means "to mark a book with numbers or marginal references". It was first used in English in the late 14th century as a verb, and the noun form was first recorded in the early 15th century. The word has been used in various contexts, including literature, speeches, and legal documents.

Synonyms:

• Cite
• Reproduce
• Repeat
• Recite
• Paraphrase

Related Words:

• Quell
• Quiet
• Quilt
• Quite
• Quirk

Example Sentences:

• The article included a quote from the CEO of the company.
• She decided to quote a famous philosopher during her speech.

Quern

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A quern is a simple hand mill for grinding corn, typically consisting of two circular stones, one of which is rotated by a handle.

Pronunciations: US: /kwərn/, UK: /kwəːn/

Origin and Usage: The word "quern" comes from Old English cweorn, which means "mill." Querns have been used since ancient times to grind grains into flour. They were widely used in Europe and Asia until the advent of industrial mills in the 19th century. Today, querns are mostly used for educational and historical purposes.

Synonyms: Hand mill, grinding mill, rotary quern

Related Words: Grind, stone, wheat, flour, corn

Example Sentences:

• She ground the wheat into flour using a quern.
• He demonstrated how to use a quern to the students.
• The museum has a collection of ancient querns on display.

Here is the information about "quark": 1. Parts of Speech: Noun 2. Definitions: - Physics: a type of elementary particle and a fundamental constituent of matter, combining with other quarks to form hadrons such as protons and neutrons. - A type of fresh dairy product, similar to yoghurt, that is popular in Germany and other parts of Europe. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /kwɑrk/ - UK: /kwɑːk/ 4. Origin and Usage: - The term "quark" was first introduced in 1964 by physicist Murray Gell-Mann, who named it after a line from James Joyces novel "Finnegans Wake". - In physics, quarks are one of the fundamental particles that make up matter. - In food, quark is a popular dairy product in Germany and other parts of Europe, similar to yoghurt or cottage cheese. 5. Synonyms: None 6. Related Words: - Dairy - Cream - Yogurt - Curds - Wheys 7. Example Sentences: - Physics: "Quarks are elementary particles that combine to form protons and neutrons." - Food: "The German-style quark cheesecake is a popular dessert in Europe."

Here is the dictionary-style entry for "umiaq": umiaq

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A type of large Inuit boat traditionally made from animal skins stretched over a wooden frame.

Pronunciation (US): /oo-mee-ak/

Pronunciation (UK): /oo-mee-ahk/

Origin and Usage: The word "umiaq" comes from the Inuit language and has been used in English since the early 20th century. It is a type of boat used by the Inuit people for hunting and transportation.

Synonyms: Kayak, canoe, boat, vessel

Related Words: Canoe, kayak, skiff, sloop, yacht

Example Sentences:

• The Inuit hunters paddled their umiaq through the icy waters in search of seals.
• She watched as the umiaq disappeared into the fog, wondering when it would return.
• The umiaq was an essential tool for the Inuit people, allowing them to travel long distances across the water.