Words Starting With "L"

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Lusk

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Lusk is a noun that refers to a small quantity of a particular substance, often in a messy or disorderly state. For example, "the lusk of paint I used on the walls is a real mess." It can also refer to a small fragment or piece of something, such as "the remains of the torn page made a small lusk of paper."

Lusoga

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Lusoga is a Bantu language spoken by the Soga people of Busoga Kingdom in Uganda. It is also known as Soga or Busoga. The language is related to other Bantu languages such as Luganda and Swahili, but is distinct and has its own unique grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

Lusophone

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The term "lusophone" refers to languages spoken by people from the Lusophone world, which comprises countries where the official language is Portuguese. This term encompasses not only Portugal, where Portuguese is the main language, but also other countries in which Portuguese is spoken, such as Brazil, Mozambique, Angola, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Principe, and East Timor.

Lusory

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"Fictitious" or "unreal" - referring to something which is imaginary or not existing in reality.

Lust

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Lust is a strong and uncontrolled desire for something, often referring to sexual desire or cravings. It can also describe a passionate or intense enthusiasm for something, such as a hobby or activity.

Lusted

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The verb "lusted" means to have a strong and often irresistible desire or craving for something, typically something that is inappropriate or unattainable. It can also mean to have a strong and overwhelming passion or attraction towards someone or something. For example:<br><br>"She lusted for the taste of her favorite dessert and couldn't help but devour the entire box."<br><br>"He lusted after the attention of the beautiful stranger."

Luster

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Luster refers to a smooth, shiny, and glossy appearance, often used to describe the surface quality of objects such as metals, glass, or ceramics. It can also imply a sense of luxury, elegance, or refinement. For example, "The diamond necklace sparkled with luster" or "The car's luster faded over time."

Lustered

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Lustered is the past participle of the verb "luster", which means to polish or shine something to make it glossy or radiant.

Lustering

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Lustering refers to the act of gathering or collecting things, especially in a careless or haphazard manner. It is often used to describe the process of collecting or gathering items, such as pins or buttons, in a disordered or scattered way. The word "lustering" comes from the Old English words "lust" meaning "to search for" and "ing" a suffix indicating an action or process.

Lusterless

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Lackluster means having a dull and uninteresting quality; lacking brightness, excitement, or vitality.

Lusters

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Lusters refers to a person or thing that shines brightly, emitting a strong and attractive glow. It can also refer to a quality of being radiant, shining, or sparkling with a sense of brightness or light.

Lustful

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Lustful refers to a strong and often intense sense of sexual desire or appetite. It can also describe something or someone that is excessively or unhealthily focused on erotic pleasure.

Lustfully

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Adverbially, "lustfully" means in a way that is characterized by or driven by intense and excessive sexual desire. It is often used to describe an action or a behavior that is motivated by a strong and often unbridled sexual passion. In literature and poetry, "lustfully" is often used to convey a sense of intense sensual pleasure or a desire that is difficult to resist.

Lustfulness

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Lustfulness refers to a strong and intense desire for sexual gratification or pleasure. It can also describe a person's tendency to be excessively partial to or indulgent in sensual or sexual attractions.

Lustier

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The adjective "lustier" is comparative form of the word "lustful". It describes something or someone that is more appealing, attractive, or alluring, often in a sexual sense. For example, "The lustier scent of fresh flowers filled the room."

Lustily

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In a lusty manner, with great enthusiasm or passion.

Lustiness

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Lustiness refers to the quality of being lustful or sexual, characterized by a strong desire or enthusiasm for sexual activity or pleasure. It can also imply a sense of passion, excitement, or sensuality in one's behavior or demeanor.

Lusting

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Desiring or eagerly wanting something or someone, often in an intense or uncontrolled way.

Lustra

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Lustra refers to a thin layer of gold or other metallic material that is deposited on a surface through an electroplating process. This layer can provide protection, corrosion resistance, and cosmetic appearance to the underlying material.

Lustral

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Lustral refers to something that is luxuriant, effulgent, or radiant, often used to describe something that shines or glows with an intense light. It can also describe a place or thing that is lush, verdant, and flourishing.

Lustrate

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Illuminate or make shine.

Lustration

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Lustration refers to the process of purifying or removing impurities from something, such as a surface or a material. In a broader sense, lustration can also refer to the act of cleansing or purifying the air, water, or soil of impurities or pollutants.

Lustre

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Lustre refers to the shine or radiant appearance of something, typically something luxurious or precious, such as jewels or metals. It can also describe the attractiveness or charm of a person, place, or thing. For example, "The hotel's lustre had worn off over the years", meaning that its initial glamour and shine had faded.

Lustred

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Lustred refers to something that is polished or refined, typically to a high degree of shine or brightness. It can also imply a sense of elegance or sophistication. For example, a lustred surface might be one that has been carefully cleaned or worn to a high gloss, such as a lustred mirror or a lustred piece of furniture.

Lustreless

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Lustreless refers to something that lacks shine, brightness, or radiance. It can describe a dull, lackluster appearance, often used to describe materials or surfaces that are dull and unreflective, such as a lustreless finish on a piece of metal or a lustreless coat on an animal's fur.

Lustres

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Lustres are a unit of time used in the past, equivalent to three hours. It is an old-fashioned term, mainly used in nautical and aviation contexts to measure time for navigating and logging purposes.

Lustrine

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Lustrine refers to something related to light or shining, particularly in a subtle or indirect way. It can describe objects or surfaces that have a glossy or reflective quality, often producing a sense of brightness or luminosity.

Lustring

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Lustring refers to a shiny or lustrous appearance, often used to describe the surface finish of a material, such as glass, metal, or fabric. It can also describe someone's appearance if they are particularly radiant or glowing, often used to describe a person's skin or hair.

Lustrous

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Shining brightly with a smooth, elegant, or refined appearance; having a surface that reflects light well.

Lustrously

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(in a radiant and attractive manner; shining brightly)

Lustrousness

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Lustrousness refers to the quality of being shiny, radiant, and having a high degree of gloss or luster. It can describe the appearance of materials such as metal, glass, or gemstones, or the texture of hair or skin. A thing with lustrousness has a bright, reflective surface that catches the eye.

Lustrum

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A lustrum is a period of five years in ancient Rome. It was also the name given to the account books of the Roman State, which were closed and audited every five years. Additionally, a lustrum could also refer to a ceremony or purification ritual held every five years to mark the end of a cycle, often accompanied by sacrifices and offerings to the gods.

Lustrums

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Lustrums refer to periods of five years, typically in ancient Rome. This term is derived from the Latin word "lustrum," which means "purification" or "cleansing." In Roman culture, the lustrum was an interval of time between ceremonies of purification and atonement. The term is now occasionally used to describe a period of five years in other contexts, often with a sense of ritual or periodic renewal.

Lusts

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Lusts refer to strong and often unnatural desires or cravings for something, often to the point of obsession or excess. They can be desires for pleasure, power, wealth, or other earthly things. The word can also imply a sense of excess or unrestrained passion.

Lusty

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Desirable or alluring; having a strong sexual desire or appetite.

Lut

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Lut is a noun. It refers to a type of spade or scoop-shaped tool used for mixing, serving, or spreading food, especially in Asian cuisine. For example, a lut is often used to serve and present sushi or other small dishes at table.