5 letter words with R and E and A

Here is your requested information on "alder": Alder 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

• a tree or shrub of the birch family, typically growing in moist ground. It has catkins and small woody cones.
• the hard, reddish-brown wood of this tree, used in making furniture and fittings.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

• US: /ˈɔːldər/
• UK: /ˈɔːldə/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "alder" comes from the Old English "alor", which is related to the Dutch "elzen" and the German "Erle". The alder tree is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and has been used for a variety of purposes throughout history. The wood of the alder tree is known for its durability and resistance to water, and has been used in boat building, furniture making, and other applications where strength and durability are important.

5. Synonyms

None

6. Related Words

• blade
• cedar
• oakum
• poppy
• timid

7. Example Sentences

• The alder tree grew tall and strong in the damp soil.
• The carpenter used alder wood to make the chair.

Water

Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

• Noun: a colorless, transparent, odorless liquid that forms the seas, lakes, rivers, and rain and is the basis of the fluids of living organisms.
• Verb: pour or sprinkle water over (a plant or an area of ground), typically in order to encourage plant growth.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈwɔːtər/
• UK: /ˈwɔːtə/

Origin and Usage: The word "water" comes from the Old English word "wæter" which means "water, fluid". It has been used in English since the 9th century. Water is essential for life and is used for various purposes like drinking, cooking, cleaning, and more. It is also a key component in many industries like agriculture, manufacturing, and energy production.

Synonyms: H2O, aqua, fluid, moisture, wetness

Related Words: Ocean, river, drink, clean, flood

Example Sentences:

• The lake is filled with crystal clear water.
• He watered the plants in the garden every morning.

Word: tares 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

1. A weed that grows among crops, especially wheat.
2. A harmful or undesirable element or person.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /tɛrz/
• UK: /teəz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "tares" originated from Middle English "tare", from Old English "teru", of Germanic origin; related to Dutch "tarwe" and German "Darr".

The word "tares" is commonly used in agriculture to describe a weed that grows among crops, especially wheat. It is also used metaphorically to describe a harmful or undesirable element or person.

5. Synonyms:

• Weed
• Pest
• Nuisance
• Undesirable

6. Related Words:

• Tears
• Stare
• Rates
• Tares
• Tears

7. Example Sentences:

1. The farmer had to spend extra time removing the tares from his wheat field.
2. The new employee turned out to be a tare, causing trouble for the company.

shear

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definitions:

1. (verb) to cut the wool off a sheep or other animal with a special tool called shears
2. (verb) to cut or clip something with scissors or a similar tool
3. (noun) a cutting tool used to remove wool from sheep or other animals
4. (noun) a machine used to cut metal or other materials into a specific shape

Pronunciations:

• US: /ʃɪr/
• UK: /ʃɪə(r)/

Origin and Usage:

The word "shear" comes from the Old English word "scearian," which means "to cut." It has been used in English since the 14th century. The verb form is often used in the context of cutting wool from sheep, but it can also be used more broadly to refer to cutting or clipping anything with scissors or a similar tool. The noun form typically refers to a tool used for cutting wool or a machine used for cutting metal.

Synonyms:

• clip
• cut
• snip
• trim

Related Words:

• sheaf
• shear
• sheen
• sheep
• sheer

Example Sentences:

• The farmer had to shear his sheep before the summer heat set in.
• The hairdresser used her scissors to shear off the customers long hair.
• The sheep shearing competition was held at the county fair.
• The metal fabricator used a shear to cut the sheet metal into the desired shape

Zebra 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

1. A large African wild horse with black and white stripes and an erect mane.
2. A code word representing the letter "Z" in communications.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /ˈziːbrə/
• UK: /ˈzɛbrə/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "zebra" comes from the Latin word "zebra" which means "wild ass". Zebras are native to Africa and are known for their distinctive black and white stripes. They are often seen in the savannas of Africa and are a popular attraction in zoos around the world. The word "zebra" is also used as a code word for the letter "Z" in communications, such as in radio transmissions.

5. Synonyms

None

6. Related Words

• Horse
• Donkey
• Rhino
• Tiger
• Panda

7. Example Sentences

1. The zebra ran through the savanna, its black and white stripes standing out against the green grass.
2. The pilot used the code word "zebra" to indicate the letter "Z" in his radio transmission.