Dictionary Entry: Mouth
1. Parts of Speech:
Noun
2. Definitions:
- The opening through which food passes into the body and through which sounds are emitted; the oral cavity.
- A persons lips, especially when it comes to their expression or speech.
- The point where a river or stream enters a larger body of water.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /maʊθ/ (mowth)
- UK: /maʊθ/ (mouth)
4. Origin and Usage:
The word "mouth" originated from the Old English word "mūð" which means "mouth, opening, entrance, or gate". The word has been in use since the 8th century and has been used to describe the opening through which food passes into the body and through which sounds are emitted. Additionally, it has been used to describe a persons lips, especially when it comes to their expression or speech. Lastly, it has been used to describe the point where a river or stream enters a larger body of water.
5. Synonyms:
- Oral cavity
- Lips
- Entrance
- Opening
6. Related Words:
- Tongue
- Teeth
- Gums
- Jowls
- Throat
7. Example Sentences:
- She opened her mouth to take a bite of the sandwich.
- He was shocked when the words came out of her mouth.
- The Mississippi River is the mouth of many smaller rivers.