"Letch" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples
"Letch" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
"Letch" Meaning
Desire or lustful longing, especially in a persistent or annoying manner.
"Letch" Examples
Usage Examples for "Letch"
Verb
The farmer couldn't help but letch at the ripe fruit hanging from the tree. (to gaze or stare at something appealing)
He was accused of letching at the schoolgirls as they passed by his office window. (to gaze or stare at someone in a way that is considered inappropriate or offensive)
Adjective
The letch in his eyes was unmistakable as he gazed at the woman walking down the street. (having or showing a sometimes unpleasant desire or interest in someone)
The mayor was criticized for his letch towards the city's funds, using public money for his own personal projects. (having or showing a desire to acquire or take something, especially unethically or selfishly)
Please note that the usage of "letcher" is not commonly used in modern English.
"Letch" Similar Words
Lestrange
Lestrange is a surname of French origin. It is a variant of the French surname Estrange, which means "foreign" or "strange". It can also be associated with the word "étranger", which means "foreigner" or "outsider". <br><br>In literature, Leslie Lestrange is a character in the 1948 novel "Lucky Jim" by Kingsley Amis, and R.A. Lestrange is a fictional character in the famous detective novel series created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring Sherlock Holmes. The most notable one, however, is undoubtedly Professor Moriarty's nom-de-villain, Moriarty (Professor James Moriarty), who is often referred to as "Lestrade" or "Lestrange" in the stories.
Lestrygones
The word "Lestrygones" refers to a fictional sea monster described in Homer's ancient Greek epic poem, the Odyssey. The Lestrygones are a cannibalistic people who dwell on the island of Lestrygaea, where they devour human flesh.
Lestrygonians
The Lestrygonians are a group of one-eyed giants in Homer's Odyssey, who inhabit a country in far-off Libya. They are known for their ferocity and love of meat, particularly human flesh. In modern times, the term Lestrygonians is sometimes used metaphorically to describe people who are ferocious and destructive, or who devour everything in their path.
Leszczynski
Let-down
Let-out
Let-up
A let-up is a temporary pause or reduction in intensity, usually in a period of stress, difficulty, or action. It can also refer to a brief respite or relaxation from a demanding or tiresome activity. For example: "The team was relieved to have a let-up in the opposing team's attack," or "After a long day of homework, Emily was grateful for a let-up in her rigid schedule."
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