English to English Dictionary

/ˈlɛn.təl/ [lentil]

[noun] A small, lens-shaped edible seed of a bushy leguminous plant, widely dried and used in cooking.

/ˈliːɒn/ [leon]

[noun] A masculine given name of Greek origin meaning 'lion'.

/liˈoʊni/ [leone]

[noun] The basic monetary unit of Sierra Leone, divided into 100 cents.

/lɛs/ [less]

[adjective] An adjectival suffix meaning 'without', 'not having', or 'free from' the quality denoted by the root word.

/lɛs ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.dʒənt/ [less intelligent]

[adjective] Possessing a lower degree of intelligence, mental capacity, or understanding compared to another person, group, or standard.

/lɛs smɑːrt/ [less smart]

[adjective] Possessing a lower degree of intelligence, quick-wittedness, or sophistication compared to someone or something else.

/ˈlɛs.ənz/ [lessons]

[noun] Periods of time during which a person is taught a subject or skill.

/ˈlɛt.daʊn/ [letdown]

[noun] An event, performance, or circumstance that disappoints expectations.

/ˈliː.θəl ˌkɒm.bɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ [lethal combination]

[noun] A mixture, grouping, or set of circumstances that, when brought together, results in death, severe destruction, or extreme harm.

/ˈliː.brə/ [Libra]

[noun] The seventh sign of the zodiac, represented by the scales, covering the period from approximately September 23 to October 22.

/ˈlaɪ.brən/ [libran]

[noun] A person born under the zodiac sign of Libra (September 23 – October 22).

/ˈlaɪ.brər.i ˈkæt.əl.ɒɡ/ [library catalog]

[noun] A systematic register or database of all the books, periodicals, and other materials held in a library, typically organized by author, title, and subject.

/ˈlɪkɪŋ/ [licking]

[noun] The act of passing the tongue over a surface.

/laɪf ˈpɜːpəs/ [life purpose]

[noun] The central motivating aim or deepest reason for being that gives meaning, direction, and fulfillment to an individual's existence.

/ˈlaɪ.tər/ [lighter]

[noun] A portable device used to create a flame, typically used for lighting cigarettes, cigars, or campfires.

/laɪm ɪt/ [lime it]

[verb] To engage in casual social interaction or hanging out with friends in a relaxed setting.

/ˈlaɪmi/ [limey]

[noun] A derogatory or informal term for a British person, especially a British sailor.

/ˈlaɪ.ən/ [lion]

[noun] A large, powerful, tawny-colored cat that lives in prides, found mainly in Africa and parts of India, known as the 'king of beasts'.