5 letter words with TER in the middle

Definition of Stern

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Definition: (n.) the rear part of a ship, boat, or aircraft; (adj.) serious and unrelenting, especially in the assertion of authority and exercise of discipline.

Pronunciations: (US) /stɜrn/; (UK) /stɜːn/

Origin and Usage: The word stern originated from the Old Norse word "stjorn" which meant "the steering gear of a ship." It has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the rear part of a ship. The adjective form of stern has been used since the 16th century to describe a person or their behavior as serious and unrelenting, especially in the assertion of authority and exercise of discipline.

Synonyms: (adj.) strict, severe, harsh, austere, unyielding, inflexible

Related Words: (n.) steer, stare, strew, stony, stoop

Example Sentences:

• The captain stood at the stern of the ship, watching the waves.
• The stern teacher gave the students a difficult assignment.
• He had a stern expression on his face as he reprimanded the employees.

Uteri

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, plural

2. Definitions: The plural form of the noun "uterus," which is the female reproductive organ that holds and nourishes a developing fetus.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈjuːtəraɪ/, UK: /ˈjuːtəriː/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "uterus" comes from the Latin word "uterus," meaning "womb." The plural form "uteri" is used in medical contexts to refer to multiple uteruses, which can occur in some animals such as rabbits and rodents. In humans, the plural form is used in rare cases of uterine malformations.

5. Synonyms: None

6. Related Words: None

7. Example Sentences:

• During pregnancy, the uteri expand to accommodate the growing fetus.
• In some species, such as rabbits, females have two uteri.
• The patients condition was complicated by a rare uterine abnormality that resulted in two uteri.