Monday, August 25, 2008

Laborious- demanding much work or care; tedious








Lachrymose -producing tears









Lackluster- dull









Laggard- slow; sluggish







Lancet- small surgical tool for making incisions.







Languish- lose animation or strength.








Lank- long and thin.








Lap- take in food or drink with one's tongue; splash gently.










Larder- pantry; place where food is kept.






Leaven- cause to rise or grow lighter; enliven.







Legend- explanatory list of symbols on a map.








Levee- earthen or stone embankment to prevent flooding.






Levy -impose (a fine); collect (a payment).









Liaison -contact that keeps parties in communication; go-between; secret love affair.







Libretto -text of an opera.








Licentious -amoral; lewd and lascivious; unrestrained.









Lien -legal claim on a property








Ligneous- like wood






Lionize- treat as a celebrity

















Lithe- flexible; supple








Lustrous- shining