Words Starting With "L"

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Labial

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The word "labial" refers to something relating to the lips. In linguistics, labial refers to a type of consonantal sound made by obstructing the airflow with the lips, such as the sounds /p/ and /b/. In anatomy, labial refers to parts of the mouth or lips, such as the labial folds or labial glands.

Labialis

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Labialis is an adjective that refers to the labium, which is the lower lip. In medical contexts, labialis is used to describe conditions or disorders that affect the lower lip, such as a labial fissure, which is a tear or crack in the lip.

Labialisation

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Labialisation is a linguistic process in phonology where a speech sound is modified by the lips, often producing a distinctive sound. This can involve rounding the lips, protruding the lips, or creating a vacuum between the lips and the teeth. Labialisation can occur before, during, or after the articulation of a sound, and it can affect the quality or place of articulation of the sound. It is commonly found in many languages, including some African and Native American languages. Examples of labialised sounds in English include the "w" and "hw" sounds, which are produced by rounding the lips.

Labialise

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Labialise is a rare or obsolete verb that means to modify or alter a sound so that it becomes more labial, meaning it sounds like a lip sound. In physics and acoustics, labialisation refers to the process of altering the articulation of a sound so that it becomes more labial, usually by moving the lips together to form an audible sound. This term is mostly used in the context of phonetics, linguistics, and sound engineering.

Labialised

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Labialised refers to a type of articulation in linguistics where the lips are used to modify the sound of a speech sound, usually a consonant. It means to articulate a sound by placing the lips together or around the sound, altering its acoustic properties. For example, the "b" sound in "but" is labialised, as the lips are rounded to produce the sound.

Labialising

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Labialising is a linguistic term that refers to the process of rounding the lips during the formation of certain sounds, particularly vowels. In phonetics, labialisation is a phonetic feature that involves the movement of the lips towards a more rounded shape, often in combination with other articulations such as tongue position or lip closure. This can affect the quality and acoustic properties of the sound produced. Labialising is often used to distinguish words or to indicate certain phonemes (units of sound) in a language. For example, in some languages, the 'u' sound in words like 'pull' and 'pool' are labialised, meaning that the lips are rounded to produce a more prominent 'u' sound. Overall, labialising is an important aspect of language and speech production, as it can influence the meaning and pronunciation of words.

Labialism

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Labialism refers to the use of lips in making speech sounds. In phonetics, labialism refers to the articulation of speech sounds by placing the lips together or against each other, such as in the sounds /p/ and /b/.

Labiality

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Labiality refers to the movement or position of the lips while pronouncing a sound in language. Specifically, it refers to the way the lips are positioned and moved to produce a sound, such as rounding (e.g., the sound "oo" in "boot") or spreading (e.g., the sound "ih" in "hit").

Labialization

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Labialization is a phonetic process in which the lips are used to alter the acoustic properties of a speech sound, typically a consonant. This can include movements such as rounding or compressing the lips, or blowing air outwards while articulating the sound. Labialization is often used in languages to create distinct sounds or phonemes that do not occur in other languages. It can also be used in combination with other articulatory features, such as tongue position or nasalization, to create more complex speech sounds. Examples of labialized sounds include the "w" in English words like "wet" and "wine", and the "pw" sound in the Welsh language.

Labialize

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To labialize a sound in phonetics means to modify it by rounding the lips as if preparing to pronounce a vowel, typically /u/ or /ʊ/, while forming the sound. This can affect the articulation and quality of the sound, making it more nasal or observing certain consonant sounds.

Labialized

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Labialized refers to a type of articulation in linguistics where a speech sound is made with the tongue or lips modified in a way that leaves the articulation of another sound unaffected. In other words, it is a softening or rounding of a consonant sound by moving the tongue or lips towards the position for a nearby vowel sound, without actually articulating that vowel sound. This can change the quality and manner of the consonant sound, often making it softer or more rounded.

Labializing

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Labializing is a linguistic term that refers to a phonetic process where the lips or mouth are used to modify the sound of a speech sound, typically by rounding the lips or letting them spread open, as in the case of rounded vowels like [u] or [o]. It is a way of altering the acoustic properties of a sound by changing the position and shape of the lips, tongue, and teeth. Labialization can occur in various languages and is an important feature of phonetics and phonology.

Labially

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The word "labially" refers to something that is related to or affecting the lips or lip-like structures. In linguistics, labially can describe a sound or gesture in which the lips are involved or affected, such as a labial consonant (like a "p" or "b" sound) or a lip-rounding gesture. In a broader sense, labially can also describe any action or movement that is performed or experienced with the use of the lips or lip-like structures.

Labiaplasty

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Labiaplasty is a type of cosmetic surgical procedure that involves the reduction of the labia minora, the folds of skin or mucous membrane that surround the opening of the vulva, or the labia majora, the outer folds of skin that surround the vulva. The operation aims to reduce the size or reshape the labia to improve the appearance of the vulva, relieve discomfort or pain, or enhance sexual pleasure.

Labiatae

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Labiatae is a botanical name that refers to the mint family of plants. It is a large and diverse family of flowering plants that includes a wide range of species, such as mint, basil, rosemary, thyme, oregano, and lavender, among many others. The name Labiatae comes from the Latin labium, meaning "lip", likely due to the shape of the lips in the flower.

Labiate

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Labiate refers to something that is shaped like a labium, which is a type of lip-shaped organ or structure. In natural history, the term "labiate" specifically refers to the Lamiaceae family of flowering plants, which includes mint, basil, and lavender.

Labiated

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Labiated refers to the shape and formation of a letter or character, particularly in the field of Typography. It describes a letter’s streamlines, such as the number and width of strokes, curves, and closing devices that define its visual appearance.

Labiectomy

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Labiectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a lipoma (a non-cancerous growth) from the labia (the folds of skin surrounding the opening of the vulva). It is often performed to relieve discomfort, pain, or irritation caused by the growth. The procedure can be done under local anesthesia and typically takes about 30-60 minutes to complete, with a recovery time of a few days to a week.

Labii

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I think there might be a small mistake! "Labii" is not a real word in English. Could you please provide a different word or clarify the correct spelling? I'd be happy to help you understand its meaning!

Labile

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Labile refers to something that is unstable or prone to change or instability. It can describe a situation, a person, or even a chemical compound that is susceptible to sudden or significant changes.

Labilisation

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Stabilization

Lability

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Stability of something in terms of temperament, behavior, or emotions; lack of consistency or steadiness in this respect.

Labilization

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Stabilization, not stabilization! <br><br>Labilization is not a commonly used word in English. It seems to be a misspelling or a word that doesn't exist. <br><br>However, I'm assuming you meant to type "stabilization". If that's the case, stabilization refers to the process of making something stable or steady. It can also refer to the process of making a system or a process more stable and less prone to change or fluctuations.

Labio-dental

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The word "labio-dental" refers to a type of consonantal sound that is produced by placing the upper lip against the lower teeth. This sound is commonly represented by the symbol "ɺ" or "‹ɹ›". In phonetics, labio-dental sounds are characterised by the simultaneous action of the lips and lower teeth, and are found in languages such as English, French, and Spanish. The exact pronunciation of a labio-dental sound may vary depending on the language and the speaker.

Labiodental

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Labiodental refers to a type of consonantal sound in languages, specifically a sound made by directing air out of the mouth through the combination of the upper lip and the teeth, such as in the pronunciation of the English words "fly" or "vy". This type of sound is often represented by the symbol "v" in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).

Labiodentals

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Labiodentals are a type of consonantal sound used in some languages. In phonetics, labiodentals are a class of sounds that are made by obstructing the airflow with the lips against the teeth. They are also known as "bilabial-dental" or "bilabial-alveolar" sounds. The most common example of a labidental consonant is the sound /f/, as in "fish" or "feel".

Labiogingival

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Labiogingival refers to the area around the base of the teeth, specifically the combination of the lips and the gums (gingiva).

Labiolingual

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Labiolingual refers to the movement of the lips and tongue simultaneously and independently to form speech sounds in languages. It is a fundamental aspect of the anatomy and physiology of the human mouth, and it is essential for producing many sounds in many languages.

Labiolingually

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Labiolingually refers to the combining of the labial (or lip) and lingual (or tongue) articulations in speech sounds. Specifically, it describes a way of articulating certain sounds that requires the movement of both the lips and the tongue at the same time. For example, the sound of "f" or "v" in English is labiolingual because it involves the simultaneous movement of the lips and tongue to produce the sound.

Labiomancy

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Labiomancy is the act of reading a person's fate or character from the shape and appearance of their lips and mouth.

Labionasal

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Labionasal refers to the type of nasal twang or accent that is produced when the lips (labia) and palate (nasal) are involved in the formation of speech sounds.

Labioplasty

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Labioplasty is a type of surgical procedure that involves reshaping or reducing the size of the labia, which are the folds of skin surrounding the vulva and vagina in women. The procedure is often performed to improve the aesthetic appearance of the genital area, alleviate discomfort or pain caused by excess skin, or enhance sexual pleasure. There are different types of labioplasty procedures, including reduction labioplasty, reduction and reconstruction labioplasty, and labiaplasty with vulvoplasty.

Labioscrotal

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Labioscrotal refers to the area of skin located where the scrotum of a male and the vulva of a female meet.

Labiose

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Labiose refers to a type of sweet compound that is derived from the nectar of certain plants, such as lavender or lemongrass, and is often used as a flavoring agent in foods, beverages, and perfumes.

Labiovelar

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Labiovelar is a term used in linguistics to refer to a type of consonantal sound that is produced by combining a labial (meaning lips) articulation with a velar (meaning the back of the roof of the mouth) articulation. Specifically, it is a velar consonant (such as /k/ or /g/) that is also rounded by the lips, similar to the way that a bilabial consonant (such as /b/ or /m/) is produced.

Labipalp

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Labipalp refers to a type of mouthpart found in some insects, such as beetles and flies, consisting of a pair of modified maxillae that are used for cleaning and grooming.