Words that start with U

An udder is the part of the female cow or goat that milk comes from. Baby cows or goats drink from their mother's udder, but people also collect the milk using machines so they can sell it in shops.

Something or someone is ugly if they make you feel bad when you look at them.
The opposite of ugly is beautiful.

Ulna is one of the two long bones in the lower arm. It is found between the elbow and the wrist. The other bone in the lower arm is the radius.

Umami is one of the five basic tastes. It tastes like a savory, rich flavor.

Umami flavor is found in foods such as broth, cheese, mushrooms, tomatoes, and soy sauce. People notice it when food feels full and satisfying.

Your uncle is the brother of your mother or father.

You uncork a bottle by removing the cork, usually with a corkscrew.

Underdone describes food that hasn't finished cooking. Sometimes food is underdone on purpose.

Underneath is a more interesting way of saying under. The cat in the picture is underneath a dishwasher.

An undershirt, also called a singlet or vest in some countries, is a garment you wear under other clothes as an extra layer. Undershirts are usually white and have no sleeves.
An undershirt worn as outerwear is usually called a tank top.

You are undressed when you are wearing either no clothes or you are not wearing enough clothes. The people in the picture are undressed. When you are taking your clothes off, you are said to be getting undressed.
The opposite of undressed is dressed.