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labefy(obsolete, rare) To weaken.labialityThe quality of being labial, that is, lip- or labia-like.labially(linguistics, dentistry) In a labial manner; by means of the lips.labiaplasty(surgery) The moulding or shaping of the labia minora and/or labia majora.lability(uncountable) The state of being labile.labiodentallyIn a labiodental manner.labiodorsallyIn a labiodorsal mannerlabiolaterallyIn a labiolateral manner or directionlabiolinguallyIn a labiolingual orientation.labiomaxillary(anatomy) Relating to the lip and the maxilla.labiomesiallyIn a labiomesial manner or directionlabioplastyAlternative form of labiaplasty.laboratorilyVia the means of laboratory tests or experiments.laboratoryA room, building or institution equipped for scientific research, experimentation or analysis.laboredlyIn a laboured manner; difficultly.laboringlyAlternative form of labouringly.laboriosityLaboriousness.laboriouslyWith great expenditure of effort, in a manner requiring much labor.laborouslyIn a laborous manner.labotomyMisspelling of lobotomy.labouratoryMisspelling of laboratory.labouredlyAlternative spelling of laboredly.labouringlyWith labour; strenuously.labouriouslyAlternative form of laboriously.labourouslyRare spelling of laboriously.laboursomelyIn a laboursome manner.labrectomy(surgery) excision of a labrumlabretiferyThe practice of wearing a labret.labyrinthallyIn a labyrinthal manner.labyrinthectomysurgical removal of the labyrinth(s) of the inner earlabyrinthicallyIn a labyrinthic or mazy fashion; with twistings or confusion.labyrinthinelyIn a labyrinthine manner.labyrinthopathy(pathology) Any disease of the labyrinth of the earlaceability(graph theory) The property of being laceable.lacerabilityThe quality of being lacerable.laceratelyIn a lacerate manner.laceratinglyIn a manner that lacerates.laceryLace or laces collectively.laceyAlternative spelling of lacy.lachrymallyIn a lachrymal manner.lachrymaryContaining or made to contain tears; lachrymal.lachrymatoryPertaining to or causing tears.lachrymoselyIn a lachrymose manner.lachrymosityThe quality of being lachrymose.lachryphagy(biology) The condition of being lachryphagous.lacilyIn a lacy manner.laciniatelyIn a laciniate manner.lackadaisicalityThe quality of being lackadaisical.lackadaisicallyIn a lackadaisical manner; without enthusiasm or interest; perfunctorily.lackadaisy(archaic) Lackadaisical.lackaday(dated) An expression of regret or grief.lackeyA footman, a liveried male servant.lacklusterly(rare) In a lackluster manner.lacklustrelyAlternative form of lacklusterly.lackyObsolete form of lackey.laconicallyIn a terse manner, given to using few words.laconicityThe condition of being laconiclaconiclyIn a laconic manner.lacqueyArchaic form of lackey.lacrimatoryAlternative form of lachrymatory.lacrymaryAlternative form of lachrymary.lacrymatoryAlternative form of lachrymatory.lactaryAlternative form of lactory.lactationallyWith regard to lactationlacteally(rare, archaic) milkily; in the manner of milk, or relating to milklactescencyAlternative form of lactescence.lactify(intransitive) To become milky.lactobacillaryRelating to the lactobacillilactogenicallyIn a lactogenic mannerlactometryMeasurement with a lactometer.lactory(obsolete) Lactiferous.lacunarityThe quality or degree of being lacunar.lacunary(chiefly mathematics) Of, pertaining to, or having characteristics of a lacuna.lacunosityThe quality of being lacunose.lacyMade of lace or decorated with it.ladderwayThe shaft or passage enclosing a ladder or connected by ladders.ladderyResembling or characteristic of a ladder (frame with steps for climbing).laddishlyIn a laddish manner.laddyAlternative spelling of laddie.ladify(obsolete) To make a lady of; to make ladylike.ladilyOf or having the qualities of a lady.ladsy(UK, colloquial) Synonym of laddish.ladyA woman of breeding or higher class, a woman of authority.ladyboy(offensive, chiefly Thailand) A trans woman or transfeminine person in or from Asia, especially Thailand.ladyfy(transitive) To make ladylike.ladylikelyIn a ladylike manner.ladylyAlternative spelling of ladily.laeotropicallyIn a laeotropic manerlaevocardiographycardiography of the left side of the heartlaevorotaryAlternative form of levorotary.laevorotatoryAlternative spelling of levorotatory.lageryResembling lager.laggardlyIn the manner of a laggard; sluggishly; slowly.lagginglySo as to lag or fall behind.laggyHaving a delayed response to a change in the factors influencing it.laicalityThe state or quality of being laic; the condition of a layman or non-religious personlaicallyAs a layman; in a laic waylaicityThe control or influence of the laity or the fact of being lay.laidly(UK, Scotland, dialect, archaic) ugly; loathsomelairy(UK) Touchy, aggressive or confrontational, usually while drunk.laityPeople of a church who are not ordained clergy or clerics.lakyOf, pertaining to, or resembling a lake.laldyA beating; a thrashing; a drubbing.lally(Polari, usually in the plural) Leg.lalopathy(pathology, rare) Any speech disorder.lamasaryAlternative form of lamasery.lamasery(Buddhism) A monastery for lamas.lamasteryAlternative form of lamasery.lambencyThe property of being lambent, brightness.lambentlyIn a lambent manner, brightly.lamboyA lamboys (“armor skirt”).lambyResembling or characteristic of a lamb or the meat of a lamb.lamellaritythe condition of being lamellarlamellarlyIn a lamellar manner.lamellaryAlternative form of lamellar.lamellatelyIn a lamellate fashion.lamelyIn the manner of one who is lame.lamentabilityThe state or characteristic of being lamentable.lamentablyRegrettably; in a manner deserving or inspiring lamentation.lamentatoryOf or relating to lamentation.lamentedlyIn a way that is lamented.lamentinglyIn a lamenting manner.lamentoryBeing or relating to a lamentation.laminabilityThe quality or state of being laminable.laminarityThe quality or degree of being laminar.laminarlyIn a laminar fashion.laminaryAlternative form of laminar.laminately(zoology) In a laminate manner; with thin plates, scales, or layers.laminectomy(surgery) The surgical procedure to remove the bony arch or lamina from one or more vertebrae.laminoforaminotomy(surgery) A form of foraminotomy in which the vertebral lamina are also removedlaminographicallyBy means of laminographylaminopathy(pathology) Any genetic disorder caused by a mutation in any gene that encodes a protein of the nuclear lamina.laminoplasty(surgery) A procedure for treating spinal stenosis by cutting of the lamina on both sides of the affected vertebrae and then "swinging" the freed flap of bone open, thus relieving the pressure on the spinal cord.laminotomy(surgery) The neurosurgical procedure that removes part of a lamina of the vertebral arch in order to decompress the spinal cordlammyA thick quilted jumper or duffel coat worn outdoors in cold weather by sailors.lampadary(historical) A person responsible for lighting lamps in the Greek Orthodox Church.lampadomancydivination by the interpretation of the flame of a lamp. A type of pyromancy.lampistry(rare, obsolete) Lampmaking.lampooneryThe act of lampooning.lampoonryAlternative form of lampoonery.lampreyAny long slender primitive eel-like freshwater and saltwater fish of the order Petromyzontiformes, having a sucking mouth with rasping teeth but no jaw.lamprophonyloudness and clarity of enunciationlanary(archaic) A place for storing wool.lancegay(obsolete) A type of spear, javelin or lance.lanceolatelyIn a lanceolate manner.landabilityThe quality of being landable.landayA traditional Afghan poetic form consisting of a single couplet, with nine syllables in the first line and thirteen in the second.landladyA female landlord.landlordlyCharacteristic of a landlord.landlordryThe state or rank of being a landlordlandlubberlyLike a landlubber.landly(nonstandard) Of or pertaining to land or the land; terrestrial; rural; rustic.landocracyA political system based on ownership of land.landscapey(informal) Resembling or characteristic of a landscape.landscapity(rare) The state or quality of being related to or resembling a landscape.laneway(Canada, Scotland, Ireland, Australia) A narrow roadway; a lanelangleyA unit of heat transmission in the CGS system of units. It is equivalent to 41,840 J/m² in SI units. Symbol: Ly.langootyAlternative form of langoti.langotyObsolete form of langoti.languagey(informal, rare) Consisting or making effective use of written language.languidityThe condition of being languidlanguidlyIn a languid manner, without force or effort, in a manner requiring little energy or exertion.languishinglyIn a languishing manner.languorouslyIn a languorous manner; without exertion; lazily.languttyObsolete form of langoti.laniary(archaic, of teeth) Lacerating or tearinglankilyIn a lanky manner; in the manner of a lanky person.lanky(informal, derogatory) Tall, slim, and rather ungraceful or awkward.lanosity(botany, zoology, rare) The quality of being lanose, or woolly.lanternflyAny of various insects in the family Fulgoridae, especially in the genera Fulgora and Pyrops, with brilliant coloration.laparatomyMisspelling of laparotomy.laparoendoscopylaparoscopic endoscopylaparohysteropexy(surgery) ventrofixation of the uteruslaparoscopicallyBy means of laparoscopy.laparoscopy(medicine) Examination of the loins or abdomen, now specifically examination or surgery on the peritoneal cavity using a laparoscope.laparosternotomy(surgery) A laparoscopic sternotomylaparostomy(surgery) The surgical opening of the peritoneum to expose the abdominal contentslaparotomy(surgery) The surgical procedure for making an incision in the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity. Performed either as exploratory surgery, or as the first step in an abdominal operation.lapdoggeryBehavior or activity characteristic of a lapdog, such as idleness or submission.lapidaryA person who cuts and polishes, engraves, or deals in gems and precious stones.lapidify(intransitive) To become stone or stony.lapidity(philosophy) The quality of being a stone.lappy(informal) A laptop computer.lapsabilityAlternative form of lapsibility.lapsibilityThe property of being lapsible.lapsinglyWhile lapsing; so as to lapse.laquayObsolete form of lackey.larcenouslyIn a larcenous manner.larceny(law, uncountable) The unlawful taking of personal property as an attempt to deprive the legal owner of it permanently.lardboy(slang) An overweight person.lardery(obsolete) A larder.lardry(obsolete) A larder.lardyResembling or containing (perhaps an excess of) lard.largeheartedlyIn a largehearted manner.largelyIn a widespread or large manner.larkinglyWhile sporting or frolicking; playfully.larkishly(uncommon) In a larkish manner.larpyAlternative letter-case form of LARPy.larry(British dialect) A confused noise; an uproar; a hubbub.larvallyAs, or in terms of, larvae.laryngeallyIn terms of or by means of the larynx.laryngectomy(surgery) The surgical removal of part or all of the larynx, most often performed in cases of laryngeal cancer.laryngobronchoscopy(medicine) An endoscopic medical procedure in which a flexible or rigid scope is used to directly visualize the larynx and bronchi, typically to diagnose or evaluate conditions such as obstruction, inflammation, infection, tumors, or airway abnormalities.laryngographyThe use of the laryngograph.laryngologicallyIn a laryngological mannerlaryngologyThe branch of physiology dealing with the larynx and its disorders.laryngomicrosurgery(surgery) laryngeal microsurgerylaryngopathy(pathology) Any disease of the larynxlaryngopharyngectomy(surgery) Removal of the larynx and the pharynx (typically in the case of cancer)laryngopharyngoesophagectomy(surgery) A major surgical procedure in which the larynx, pharynx, and esophagus are removed, typically performed to treat advanced cancers involving these connected structures, and requiring reconstruction of a new pathway for breathing, swallowing, and nutrition.laryngophony(archaic) The sound of the voice as heard through a stethoscope placed upon the larynx.laryngoplasty(surgery) surgical repair of the larynxlaryngoscopicallyBy means of laryngoscopy.laryngoscopyThe examination of the throat using a laryngoscope.laryngostroboscopyThe use of a laryngostroboscopelaryngostrobovideographyLaryngoscopy, stroboscopy and videography combined.laryngotomy(surgery) The surgical operation of cutting into the larynx.laryngotracheobronchoscopySynonym of laryngobronchoscopy.laryngotracheoplasty(surgery) Reconstruction of the larynx and the trachealaryngotracheotomy(surgery) The operation of cutting into the larynx and the upper ring of the trachea.laryngovideostroboscopyLaryngeal videostroboscopy.lasciviency(obsolete) The quality of being lascivious or wanton.lasciviouslyIn a lascivious manner.lascivitylasciviousnesslashinglyWith savage criticism.lashy(informal) Having prominent eyelashes.lassy(chiefly Scotland) Alternative form of lassie.lastabilityThe degree to which something will last or endure.lastinglyIn a lasting manner, in a way that persists.lastly(sequence) Used to mark the beginning of the last in a list of items or propositions.latchkeyA key, especially to an outside door.latelyRecently; not long ago; of late; not long since.latencyConcealment; the state of being latent; the state of being hidden.latentlyIn a latent mannerlateralitythe state or quality of being laterallaterallyDone in a lateral manner.laterly(obsolete, now chiefly in non-native speakers' English) Synonym of later.laterobasallyIn a laterobasal manner or directionlaterocaudallyIn a laterocaudal manner.laterodistallyIn a laterodistal manner or directionlaterodorsallyIn a laterodorsal directionlaterolinguallyIn a laterolingual manner or directionlateromediallyIn a lateromedial directionlateropalmarlyIn a lateropalmar manner or directionlateroposteriorly(anatomy) In a lateroposterior manner or directionlateroproximallyIn a lateroproximal manner.laterorostrallyIn a laterorostral manner.laterosensorylateral sensorylaterosuperiorlyIn a laterosuperior manner or directionlaterotemporallyIn a laterotemporal manner.laterotopy(biology) The asymmetric projection of different parts of the body onto different sides of the brainlateroventrallyIn a lateroventral directionlatherabilityThe quality or degree of being latherable.latheryResembling or covered in lather.lathy(archaic) Like a lath; long and slender.latifundiaryOf or pertaining to latifundia.latitancyThe act or state of lying hidden, or lurking.latitudinallyWith regard to latitude.lativelyIn a lative way.latrability(rare, obsolete, philosophy) The ability or tendency to bark.latrociny(obsolete) Theft or robbery.latterdayAlternative spelling of latter-day.latterlyIn a latter mannerlaudabilitylaudablenesslaudablyIn a laudable manner.laudatorilyIn a laudatory manner.laudatoryOf or pertaining to praise, or the expression of praise.laudinglySo as to laud or praise.laughabilitylaughablenesslaughablyIn a manner that can be laughed at, humorous, in a laughable manner.laughinglyWith laughter or merriment.laughworthy(rare) Deserving to be laughed at.laughyCausing laughter; comical.launchwayThe timbers etc. down which a vessel is launched into the water.launderabilityThe quality or degree of being launderable.laundryA laundering; a washing.lavatoriallyIn a lavatorial manner.lavatoryA vessel or fixture for washing, particularly:lavenderyResembling lavender.lavishlyIn a lavish manner, expending profusely.lavvy(UK slang) A lavatory: a room used for urination and defecation.lavway(Trinidadian/Caribbean) A call-and-response chant used when working or marching, or to cheer on stickfighters.lavy(UK dialectal, Northern England, Scotland) Lavish; liberal.lawfullyConforming to the law; legally.lawlesslyIn a lawless manner.lawly(Scotland) Alternative form of lowly.lawnyMade of lawn or fine linen.lawyerlyCharacteristic of, or suitable to, a lawyer.lawyery(informal) Synonym of lawyerish.laxativelyIn a laxative manner.laxityThe state of being lax; looseness, lack of tension.laxlyIn a lax manner; without rigor or strictness.layTo place down in a position of rest, or in a horizontal position.layaway(tanning) A pit in which hides are stored.laybyAlternative spelling of lay-by.lazarly(obsolete) Full of sores; leprous.lazilyIn a lazy manner.lazyUnwilling to do work or make an effort; disinclined to exertion.lazyboy(Canada, US, dated) A plush stuffed swivel rocking recliner armchair.leachabilityThe quality or degree of being leachable.leachy(geology) Permitting liquids to pass by percolation; not capable of retaining water; porous.leadenlyIn a leaden manner.leaderlesslyWithout a leader.leaderlyBefitting a leader.leadinglyIn a way that leads; as a leading question.leady(uncommon) Synonym of leaden, of or related to the metal lead.leaferyleaves; foliageleafilyIn a leafy manner.leafyCovered with leaves.leakyHaving leaks; not fully sealed.leally(obsolete) Loyally.lealty(archaic, Scotland) loyalty, fealtyleaninglyWith a leaning motion or posture.leany(informal) leaning; inclinedleapinglyWith a leaping motion; in bounds.leaprosyObsolete form of leprosy.learnability(uncountable) The condition of being learnable.learnedlyIn an educated and knowledgeable manner.learnify(education, derogatory) To shift discourses around and understandings of education to focus entirely or almost entirely on learning.learyAlternative spelling of leery.leaseabilityThe characteristic of being leaseable; the ability to be rented for a set term in order to yield profit.leasurelyObsolete spelling of leisurely.leasy(obsolete) flimsy; vague; deceptiveleatherboyA young or submissive member of the leatherman subculture.leatheryHaving the consistency, feel, or texture of leather.leavabilityThe property of being leavable.leavyAlternative form of leafy.lebenty(slang, uncommon) An unspecified large number (of).lecanomancyDivination by interpreting the sound or effect of an object or substance (commonly a gem) falling into a body of water.leccyAlternative form of lecky.lecherouslyIn a lecherous manner; characteristic of a lecher.lecheryInordinate indulgence in sexual activity.lechy(informal) Like a lech; lecherous, tawdrily lustful.lecithalityThe property of having a yolk.lecithotrophicallyBy means of lecithotrophylecithotrophyA form of development in which the embryo receives no nutrition other than the yolk originally contained within its egg.lecitotrophyMisspelling of lecithotrophy.lecky(British, slang) Electricity.lectically(mathematics) Pertaining to lectic set properties.lectinology(biochemistry) The study of lectinslectionary(Christianity, Judaism) A book or listing that contains a collection of scripture readings appointed for Christian or Jewish worship on a given day or occasion.lectology(linguistics, rare) The study of lects.lectotypify(taxonomy) To identify and document a lectotypeleddyPronunciation spelling of lady.ledgyAbounding in ledges; consisting of a ledge or reef.leechyPertaining to or characteristic of a leech.leekyLike or resembling a leek or leeks; leekish.leerilyIn a leery manner.leeringlyIn a leering manner.leeroy(Internet slang, dated) To run headfirst into a situation without prior planning or consideration.leeryCautious, suspicious, wary, hesitant, or nervous about something; having reservations or concerns.leesy(of the aroma or flavor of a wine) Rich in a way that indicates, and results from, long contact with lees.leewardlyIn a leeward direction.leewayThe drift of a ship or aeroplane in a leeward direction.lefthandedlyAlternative form of left-handedly.leftwardlyIn a leftward direction.lefty(Canada, US, informal) One who is left-handed.legacy(law) Money or property bequeathed to someone in a will.legalisticallyIn a legalistic manner; in a manner promoting legalism.legallyAs permitted by law; not contrary to law.legationaryRelating to a legation.legendarilyIn the manner of something legendary.legendaryOf or pertaining to a legend or to legends.legendryLegends in general; mythology.legerityNimbleness or quickness of mind or body.leggilyIn a leggy manner.leggy(UK, US, chiefly of a woman) Having long, attractive legs; long-legged.legibilityThe property of being legible or easily readable.legiblyIn a manner that is legible, in a manner that is readable, readably.legionary(military, Ancient Rome) A soldier belonging to a legion; a professional soldier of the ancient Roman army.legionryA body of legions; legions collectively.legislativelyBy legislation, by the method of enacting laws.legislatoriallyIn a legislatorial manner.legislatoryOf or relating to legislation.legitimacyThe quality or state of being legitimate or valid; validity.legitimatelyIn a legitimate manner, properly, fair and square.legitimityMisspelling of legitimacy.legitly(slang) legitimatelyleglesslyIn a legless way: without legs.legumeyResembling or characteristic of legumes.leiomyomectomy(surgery) Surgical resection of a leiomyoma, usually in the uterus.leiotrichyThe trait of being leiotrichous, or having smooth hair.leisurably(archaic) At leisure; in a leisurely way.leisurelily(uncommon) In a leisurely manner.leisurelyCharacterized by leisure; taking plenty of time; unhurried.lekkyAlternative form of lecky.lemanry(obsolete) Secret or illicit love.lemmatically(linguistics, lexicography) On a lemma-by-lemma basis, considering only lemmata.lemologyAlternative form of loimology.lemonadey(informal) Resembling or characteristic of lemonade.lemonadyAlternative form of lemonadey.lemonaryA sheltered room in which lemon plants are housed (in pots) during cold weather.lemonyResembling or characteristic of lemons, especially in terms of aroma, taste or colour.lendabilityThe quality of being lendable.lengthilyIn a lengthy way, in a manner that is long and drawn out, especially in time.lengthlymisspelled form of lengthylengthyHaving length; long and overextended, especially in time rather than dimension.leniencyThe quality of mercy or forgiveness, especially in the assignment of punishment as in a court case.lenientlyIn a lenient manner.lenify(obsolete, transitive) To assuage or mitigate; to soften (fever/pain/effects etc.).lenitivelyIn a lenitive manner.lenityleniency, mercy, forgivenesslensectomyAlternative form of lentectomy.lensometrymeasurement with a lensmeterlentectomy(surgery) The removal of a lens (of the eye).lenticularlyIn a lenticular manner.lentivirallyIn a lentiviral manner; in a way that pertains to a lentivirus.lentogenicityThe condition of being lentogeniclenvoy(poetry) An envoi.leoninelyIn a leonine manner.leoninity(rare) The state or condition of being leonine; the nature of a lion.leopardyResembling a leopard, or an aspect of leopards.lepidochronologydating (of plants) by means of leaf scaleslepidophagyThe feeding on scales (of other fish).lepidopterologicallyIn terms of lepidopterology.lepidopterology(biology, zoology, entomology) The scientific study of butterflies and moths (the Lepidoptera).lepidopteryThe hobby of butterfly collecting.leppy(slang, US) A young animal, particularly a cow calf or bull calf, a lamb, or a colt, which has been abandoned or orphaned.leprechaunology(rare) The study of leprechauns.leprechaunyResembling or characteristic of a leprechaun.leprechology(rare) Alternative form of leprechaunology.leprology(sciences) The study of leprosy, particularly (medicine) its diagnosis and treatment.leprosary(dated) Alternative form of leprosery.leproseryA building used to house lepers, usually in permanent quarantine from the rest of society.leprosity(medicine, now rare) Synonym of leprosy in its various senses.leprosy(veterenary medicine) A contagious disease causing similar effects in animals, particularlyleprouslyIn a leprous way.lepry(obsolete) leprosyleptocaulyThe state of being a leptocaul—of having slender stems and many branches.leptocephalyThe quality of being leptocephalic.leptologyA minute and tedious discourse on trifling things.leptomorphically(rare) In a leptomorphic mannerleptonicallyIn a leptonic manner; by means of leptonsleptorrhiny(anatomy) The state of having a leptorrhine nose or skull.lerky(UK, Nottinghamshire) A variation of the kick the can game.lesbianically(rare) In the manner of a lesbian.lesbianitylesbianism; female homosexualitylesbianly(rare) In a lesbian way.lesbiany(rare, informal) Somewhat lesbian.lesbigay(LGBTQ, informal) Of or relating to lesbian, bisexual, and gay people or the LGB community.lesbyAlternative form of lesbie.leshy(Slavic mythology) A male woodland spirit in Slavic mythology who protects wild animals and forests.lesionectomy(surgery) Surgical resection of a lesion, usually as a treatment for epilepsy.letchyAlternative form of lechy.lethalityThe fact of something being lethal; the ability of something to kill.lethallyIn a lethal manner, in manner which is or will be fatal.lethargicallyIn a lethargic manner, without energy, tiredly.lethargyA state of extreme torpor, sopor or apathy, especially with lack of emotion, energy or enthusiasm; (loosely) sluggishness, laziness.letterlyBefitting or characterised by letters (posted messages).lettuceyResembling or characteristic of lettuce.lettucyAlternative spelling of lettucey.lettyOnly used in scarper the lettyleucencephalopathyAlternative form of leukencephalopathy.leucocholy(obsolete) The mood accompanying trivial activity.leucocytometryThe measurement of white blood cells in bloodleucoddyAlternative form of lucoddy.leucodystrophyAlternative form of leukodystrophy.leucoencephalopathyAlternative form of leukoencephalopathy.leucometryThe measurement of the quantity of leucocytes in the bloodleucopathy(dated) albinismleucophlegmacy(medicine, archaic) A dropsical habit of body, or the commencement of anasarca; paleness with oily sweating.leucotomySynonym of lobotomy.leucotoxicityAlternative form of leukotoxicity.leukemogenicallyIn a leukemogenic mannerleukemogenicity(uncountable) The condition of being leukemogenic.leukencephalopathyAlternative form of leukoencephalopathy.leukodystrophy(medicine) Any of a group of disorders characterized by progressive degeneration of the white matter of the brain, caused by imperfect growth or development of the myelin sheath that acts as an insulator around nerve fibres.leukodystropyMisspelling of leukodystrophy.leukoencephalomyelopathy(pathology) Any disease that affects the white cells of the brain and spinal cordleukoencephalopathy(medicine) Any disease that effects the white matter of the brainleukomyeloencephalopathy(pathology) myeloencephalopathy associated with the white matter of the brainleukopathy(pathology) depigmentation of the skinleukotomyAlternative spelling of leucotomy.leukotoxicity(immunology) The quality of being leukotoxic.levelhandedlyAlternative form of level-handedly.levelheadedlyAlternative spelling of level-headedly.levellyIn a level or even manner.leviticallyAfter the manner of the Levites; accordance to Levitic law or customslevityA lightness of manner or speech, frivolity; flippancy; a lack of appropriate seriousness; an inclination to make a joke of serious matters.levorotarylevorotatorylevorotatory(chemistry) (of an optically active compound or crystal) That rotates the plane of polarized light to the left, or counter-clockwise. Notation: (−) or formerly lowercase l-.levy(transitive) To impose (a tax or fine) to collect monies due, or to confiscate property.lewdityLewdness; indecency or depravity.lewdlyIn a lewd manner.lewdsby(obsolete, very rare) Synonym of lewdsterlexicalityThe condition of being lexical.lexically(manner) In a lexical manner.lexicogrammaticallyIn a lexicogrammatical way.lexicographically(manner) In a lexicographical way.lexicography(uncountable) The art or craft of compiling, writing, and editing dictionaries.lexicologicallyIn terms of lexicology.lexicology(countable) A specific theory concerning the lexicon.lexicometryThe measurement of the frequency with which words occur in text.lexicophonology(linguistics) The adaptation of word forms to reflect pronunciation.lexicosemanticallyIn terms of lexicosemantics.lexicostatisticallyBy means of, or in terms of, lexicostatistics.lexigraphicallyIn terms of lexigraphy.lexigraphy(uncountable) The representation of words in writing.lexiphanicallyIn a manner characterized by lexiphanicism.ley(agriculture) Arable land used temporarily for hay or grazing.lezzyAlternative form of lezzie.liabilityAn obligation, debt or responsibility owed to someone.libanomancyDivination by interpreting the smoke or ash of incense.libaryMisspelling of library.libationaryRelating to, or involving, a libation.libatoryPertaining to libation.libellary(law) Pertaining to the Roman form of law in which the plaintiff files a formal petition.libellouslyIn a libellous manner.libelouslyIn a libelous manner.liberalityThe property of being liberal; generosity; charity.liberallyIn a liberal manner; generously; freely.liberatinglyIn a liberating manner.liberatoryServing to liberate.libertyThe condition of being free.libidinallyIn a libidinal manner.libidinosityLustful desires, characterized by lewdness; sensuality; lascivity.libidinouslyIn a libidinous manner.librametryThe application of statistics and operations research to the running of a library.librarianlyResembling or characteristic of a librarian.library(by extension) Any institution that lends out its goods for use by the public or a community.libratoryBalancing or oscillatory; tending towards a counterbalance.librettologyThe study of opera librettoslibry(nonstandard) Pronunciation spelling of library.libtardy(US, slang, derogatory, offensive, vulgar, politics) Liberal.licanomancyAlternative form of lecanomancy.liceity(religious) The legitimacy of an act or its consequences, by opposition to the validity.licentiouslyIn a licentious manner, rowdily, overwhelmed by passion and without control of appetites (especially sexual appetites).liceyContaining or infested with lice (the insect).lichenify(dermatology, of the skin) To become thickened and leathery.lichenographyThe scientific description of lichenslichenologicallyIn terms of lichenology.lichenologyThe scientific study of lichens.lichenometricallyBy means of lichenometry.lichenometry(archaeology, paleontology, geomorphology) A geomorphic method of geochronologic dating that uses lichen growth to determine the age of exposed rock.lichenophagyThe condition of being lichenophagouslichenyCovered in lichen.lichtly(Scotland) lightly; gently or without great force.lichway(UK, dialect) The path by which the dead are carried to the grave.licitlyIn a licit manner, legally, in a manner compatible with law.lickabilityThe degree in which something is lickable.lickablyIn a lickable manner.lickerishlyIn a lickerish manner.lickertyAlternative form of lickety, at full speed, fast.lickeryMarked by licking, often involving copious amounts of saliva; sloppy; (by extension) salaciouslickettyAlternative form of lickety, at full speed, fast.lickety(US, informal, usually compounded with a noun) At full speed, fast.lickityAlternative form of lickety, at full speed, fast.lickpennyA miserly person.lickyProne to licking.licoriceyResembling licorice.liefly(archaic) willingly; gladlylientery(medicine) A form of diarrhea in which food passes through the body with little or no digestion.lieutenancyThe role, position, or domain of a lieutenant.lieutenantcyObsolete spelling of lieutenancy.lieutenantry(obsolete) lieutenancylifebuoyAlternative spelling of life buoy.lifechanginglyAlternative form of life-changingly.lifeday(now rare, archaic) A day of someone's life; chiefly in plural: a lifetime.lifelesslyWithout life or appearing to be without life.lifelyOf, pertaining to, or endued with life; living; vital; essential.lifesomely(obsolete) In a lively way.lifeway(Canada and US or puristic, otherwise archaic) One's path through life; a lifestyle or behaviour, now especially when seen as traditional.lifeworthyWorthy of or deserving of life.lifey(informal) Characteristic of life (all senses)liftboyA male elevator attendant.liftinglySo as to lift or elevate.ligamentaryOf or relating to ligaments.ligamentoplasty(surgery) repair of a ligamentligamentouslyIn a ligamentous mannerlightfootedlyAlternative form of light-footedlylighthandedlyAlternative form of light-handedly.lightheadedlyAlternative form of light-headedly.lightheartedlyIn a lighthearted manner, cheerfully, with joy.lightlesslyIn a lightless way; without light.lightlyIn a light manner.lightmindedlyAlternative form of light-mindedly.lightningly(idiomatic) Extremely quickly.lightray(physics) A ray of light.lightsomely(archaic) In a lightsome manner.lighty(South Africa, slang) A young man; a boy.lignify(intransitive) To become wood.lignocellulosically(very rare) In a lignocellulosic manner.lignosityThe state or condition of being ligneous, or woody.ligonberryAlternative form of lingonberry.likabilityAlternative spelling of likeability.likablyAlternative spelling of likeably.likeabilityThe property that makes a person likeable, that allows them to be liked.likeablyIn a likeable way.likelily(rare) Probably, likely.likelyProbable; having a greater-than-even chance of occurring.likeworthyWorthy of being liked; likeable.likey(nonstandard, humorous) Alternative form of like.lilackyResembling lilac, especially in colour.lillyObsolete form of lily.lillypillyAlternative form of lilly-pilly.liltinglyIn a lilting manner.lilyAny of several flowers in the genus Lilium of the family Liliaceae, which includes a great many ornamental species.limacologyThe scientific study of slugs.limberlyIn a limber manner.limbicallyIn a limbic manner.limblesslyIn a limbless way; without limbs.limbokeratoplasty(surgery) limbal keratoplastylimbyHaving many limbs, or branches.limeberryA spiny evergreen shrub or small tree of species Triphasia trifolia, of tropical southeastern Asia.limeyResembling limes (the fruit); lime-like.liminalityThe fact of being on the border of, or in between, two states.liminary(now rare) Introductory or preparatory.limitaryOf or pertaining to a limit or boundary.limitativelyIn a limitative manner.limitedlywith limits; not unlimitedlylimitinglyIn a limiting manner.limitlesslyIn a limitless way.limnimetryThe measurement of water levellimnobiologyA branch of biology that deals with freshwater animals and freshwater plants.limnologicallyIn terms of or by means of limnology.limnology(ecology) The science concerning the biological, physical and geological properties of fresh water bodies, especially lakes and ponds.limnometryAlternative form of limnimetry.limpidityThe property of being limpid.limpidlyIn a limpid manner.limpinglyIn a limping manner; with a limp.limplyIn a limp manner, without support or resistance.limpseyAlternative form of limpsy.limpsy(US, dialect) limp; flexible; flimsylimpyHaving or resembling a limp.limycontaining or resembling limelindyA jitterbug, originated in Harlem, New York.linealityThe quality of being lineal.lineallyIn terms of lines; linewise.linearisabilityAlternative spelling of linearizability.linearithmicallyIn a linearithmic mannerlinearityThe state of being linear.linearizabilityThe condition of being linearizable.linearlyIn a linear manner.linearyObsolete form of linear.linenyResembling or characterized by linen.lineyResembling or characterised by lines.lingberryThe lingonberry.lingenberryAlternative form of lingonberry.lingeringlyIn a lingering manner, persistently, tending to remain.lingerly(archaic) lingeringlylingonberryA berry-bearing shrub, Vaccinium vitis-idaea, native to the cool temperate areas of the Northern Hemisphere.linguaculturallyIn a linguacultural sense.lingualityThe quality of being lingual.linguallyTowards, or in relation to, the tongue.linguisticallyIn the manner of linguistics.linguisticky(colloquial) Of, pertaining to, involved in, or interested in linguistics.linguistry(archaic) linguisticslinguodistallyIn a linguodistal manner or directionlinguolabiallyIn a linguolabial mannerlingyHaving ling, or heather, growing on it.linhay(dialectal, south-west British) A shed or other outbuilding, originally open-fronted with a hay loft.linkabilityThe property of being linkable.linkboyAlternative form of link boy.linkify(Internet, informal, transitive) To convert (text or other elements) to one or more hyperlinks.linklesslyWithout the use of linkslinkwayA walkway that connects two parts of a passenger terminuslinky(informal, Internet) Of or pertaining to hyperlinks.linneyAlternative form of linhay.linnyAlternative form of linhay.linseyA cloth made of linen and wool.linseywoolseyAlternative spelling of linsey-woolsey.lintyCovered with lint.linyAlternative form of liney.lionheartedlyIn a lionhearted manner; courageously; bravely.lionlyResembling or characteristic of a lion, for example in fierceness.lipectomy(surgery) The surgical removal of fat from the bodylipidology(organic chemistry) The scientific study of lipids (fats)lipidopathy(pathology) Any disease caused by or associated with a lipidlipoaffinity(chemistry) affinity to lipidslipoatrophy(medicine) The loss of subcutaneous fatty tissue.lipoautophagyautophagy of lipidslipodistrophyMisspelling of lipodystrophy.lipodystrophy(pathology) A disorder characterized by abnormal or degenerative conditions of the body's adipose tissue.lipographyA scribal or typographical error where a letter or group of letters that should be written twice is written once.lipohypertrophy(pathology) A fatty swelling on the skin, typically at the site of insulin injectionlipoinitiatory(biochemistry) Relating to lipoinitiationlipolyticallyBy means of lipolysislipometryThe measurement of subcutaneous fatlipopathology(pathology) pathology that involves lipocyteslipophagy(biology) The physical or chemical breakdown of fat droplets within a cell.lipophilicity(uncountable, chemistry) The condition of being lipophiliclipophobicity(chemistry) the state or condition of being lipophobic.lipoplasty(surgery) The removal of subcutaneous fat (after liquefaction by ultrasound)liporegulatoryRelating to liporegulationliposolubilityThe condition (or extent) of being liposolubleliposomallyBy means of liposomeslipostomy(medicine) Congenital absence or smallness of the mouth.liposurgery(surgery) Surgery to remove excessive subcutaneous fat.lipothymy(archaic) A fainting; a swoon.lipotomyA technique of human aesthetic medicine which aims at dissolving unwanted greasy clusters without any surgical acts.lipotoxicity(pathology) The result of the accumulation of lipids in tissue other than adipose tissuelipotropicallyIn a lipotropic manner.lipotropyThe condition of being lipotropiclipoxeny(botany) The desertion of a host plant by a parasite to complete its development on reserve materials previously obtained from the host, as in the falling away of ergot.lippy(informal) Having prominent lips.lipseyObsolete form of lisp.lipsticky(informal) Resembling, or characterised by, lipstick.liquefiabilityThe quality of being liquefiable.liquefyTo make (something) into a liquid.liquescencyThe quality or state of being liquescent.liquescentlyIn a liquescent manner.liquidability(finance) Ability to be liquidated.liquidity(uncountable) The state or property of being liquid.liquidlyIn a liquid way.liquidyHaving a consistency similar to a liquid, but also similar to a solid (for example custard); semifluid.liquifyAlternative form of liquefy.liquoricey(informal) Resembling or characteristic of liquorice.liquoryintoxicated by alcohol; drunklisencephalyAlternative spelling of lissencephaly.lishey(UK dialectal, Kent) Flexible; limber; bendsome.lispinglyIn a lisping manner.lispy(informal) Tending to lisp when speaking.lissencephaly(anatomy, neurology) The condition of having a smooth appearance on the surface of the brain.lissomelyIn a lissome manner; with supple grace.lissomlyAlternative form of lissomely.lissotrichyThe quality of being lissotrichous.listabilityThe property of being listable.listenabilityA measure of the ease or pleasure in listening to something, such as music.listinglyWith a list or tilt.listlesslyIn a listless manner; without energy or enthusiasm.listy(informal, rare) Resembling or characteristic of a list, or tending to use lists.litanyA ritual liturgical prayer in which a series of prayers recited by a leader are alternated with responses from the congregation.literacyThe ability to read and write.literalisticallyIn a literalistic manner.literalityThe condition of being literalliterallyWord for word, exactly as stated.literarilyIn a literary manner.literaryRelating to literature.literatelyIn the way of one who is literate.literaturology(uncommon) The scholarly or scientific study of literature.literosityThe quality of being literose.lithectasy(medicine) The extraction of calculi through the mechanically dilated urethra.lithectomyExcision of a calculus.lithelyIn a lithe manner.litherly(archaic) mischievouslithifyTo turn sediment into solid rocklithoautotrophicallyBy means of lithoautotrophylithoautotrophy(biology) A form of chemoautotrophy in which organisms utilise energy from minerals and other inorganic materiallithochemistryThe chemistry of rocks or stones.lithoclasty(surgery) The crushing of stones in the bladder.lithogenesyArchaic form of lithogenesis.lithogenicityThe condition of being lithogeniclithogenyThe formation of rock; lithogenesis.lithogeochemistry(geology, chemistry, mining) The scientific study of the composition, structure, properties and reactions of stone and mineral from the earth.lithographicallyIn the manner of, or by means of, lithography.lithographyThe process of printing an image by drawing the image with a water-repellent material onto a hard, flat surface (typically metal), then copying the surface by applying water and ink (or the equivalent) to it and pressing another material against it.lithoheterotrophy(biology) The condition of being a lithoheterotrophlitholapaxy(medicine) The removal of a vesical calculus by first crushing it and subsequently washing out the fragments.litholatry(chiefly theology) The worship of stones.lithologicallyFrom a lithological point of view, regarding lithologylithology(uncountable) The study of rocks, with particular emphasis on their description and classification.litholopaxyAlternative form of litholapaxy.lithomancydivination with the use of precious or semi-precious stones, gemstones, or normal stones by either interpreting the light they reflect (crystallomancy), or how they fall (sortilege).lithophagyThe practice of ingesting stones to aid in digestion, occurring in some birds (Aves) and crocodylians (Crocodylia).lithophanyThe technique of producing lithophane.lithophotography(printing) photolithographylithostaticallyIn a lithostatic mannerlithostratigraphicallyIn terms of lithostratigraphy.lithostratigraphy(geology) The study and classification of rock strata according to their distinct lithological properties.lithotherapyA form of homeopathy that uses small quantities of mineralslithotomyA surgical method for removal of calculi, such as kidney stones and gallstones.lithotripsy(surgery) A treatment, typically using ultrasound shock waves or crushing with a surgical instrument, by which a kidney stone or similar calculus is broken into particles small enough to be voided or washed out.lithotrity(surgery, archaic) lithotripsylithotrophicallyIn a lithotrophic mannerlithotrophyThe condition of being lithotrophiclithotypyThe art or process of making a kind of hard stereotype plate, by pressing into a mould, taken from a page of type or other matter, a mixture of shellac and fine sand, together with a little tar and linseed oil, all in a heated state.lithy(archaic or puristic) Easy to bend; pliable.litigatoryRelating to, or inclined towards litigationlitigiositylitigiousnesslitigiouslyIn a litigious manner.litoticallyIn a litotical manner.litrallyMisspelling of literally.litterallyObsolete form of literally.litteryCovered or encumbered with litter.littly(rare) In a little or minor way.liturgicallyIn the manner of liturgy.liturgyA predetermined or prescribed set of rituals that are performed, usually by a religion; a book in which they are recorded.livabilityThe property of being livable.livably(uncommon) In a manner that is conducive to living.liveabilityAlternative spelling of livability.liveablyAlternative form of livably.livelilyIn a lively manner.livelyFull of life; energetic, vivacious.liverayObsolete spelling of livery.liverberryThe perennial plant Streptopus lanceolatus.liverishlyIn a liverish manner.liveryAny distinctive identifying uniform worn by a group, such as the uniform worn by chauffeurs and male servants.lividity(uncountable) The state or quality of being livid.lividlyIn a way that is livid.livinglyIn actual living experience; really, vitally.livingry(nonstandard) The systems and institutions which promote societal well-being and oppose killing, considered collectively.livity(Rastafari) Harmony in a natural world and living faith.lizardlyReminiscent of or similar to a lizard.lizardryThe state or quality of being a lizard.lizardyResembling or characteristic of a lizard.loadabilityThe quality or degree of being loadable.loadsamoney(British, informal, humorous) A vulgar person who has gained a large amount of wealth and flaunts it whenever possible.loafinglyWhile loafing or idling.loamilyIn a loamy manner.loamyConsisting of loam; partaking of the nature of loam; resembling loam.loanabilityThe quality or degree of being loanable.loanworthyDeserving a loan.loathfullyIn a loathful manner.loathinglyWith loathing.loathlyLoathsome; hideous.loathsomelyIn a way that is loathsome.loathy(archaic) Loathsome.lobatelyAs a lobe; so as to make a lobe; in a lobate manner.lobbyAn entryway or reception area; vestibule; passageway; corridor.lobectomy(surgery) The surgical removal of a lobe from an organ such as the lung or the brainloblolly(dialect, nautical) Gruel.lobotomy(figurative) An act of removing or separating, and often disregarding or forgetting, something.lobsteryResembling a lobster, or tasting like one.lobularityThe condition of being lobularlobularlyIn a lobular manner.localityThe fact or quality of having a position in space.localizabilityThe condition of being localizablelocalizatoryRelating to, or producing localizationlocallyWith respect to place; in place.locatabilityThe condition of being locatablelocationalityThe state of being locational.locationallyIn terms of location.locativelyIn a locative way.lockabilityThe state or quality of being lockable.lockablySo as to be able to lock in position.lockaway(finance) A long-term investment to be left alone until some future time.lockinglyIn such a way as to lock.locksmitheryThe work of a locksmith.locksmithyThe work of a locksmith.lockyHaving locks or tufts.locomobility(biology) The ability to locomote, or move one's body from one place to another.locomotilitySynonym of locomotivity.locomotivityThe power of moving from one place to another; motility.locomotorilyWith regards to locomotion; in terms of locomotion.locomotoryOf or pertaining to locomotion.locoregionallyIn a locoregional manner.locularityThe quality of being locular.loculicidallyIn a loculicidal manner.locustberryA tree or shrub of the genus Byrsonima, found in Central and South America.locutionaryRelating to, or characteristic of locution.locutoryA room for conversation; especially, a room in monasteries where the monks were allowed to converse.loftilyTo a great height.loftyHigh, tall, having great height or stature.loganberryA hybrid berry, produced by crossing a raspberry with a blackberry, considered a species Rubus loganobaccus, a variety Rubus ursinus var. loganobaccus, or a nothospecies Rubus × loganobaccus.logarithmancy(obsolete, rare) Divination using logarithms.logarithmeticallyArchaic form of logarithmically.logarithmicallyIn a logarithmic manner.logarithmiclyMisspelling of logarithmically.logeyAlternative form of logy.logicalityThe condition of being logicallogicallyIn a logical manner, with logic.logilyIn a logy manner.logismographyAn early form of double-entry bookkeepinglogisticallyRegarding or using logistics.loglinearlyIn a loglinear manner.lognormalityThe quality of being lognormal.lognormallyIn a lognormal fashion.logocentricityThe quality of being logocentric.logocracyThe rule of, or government by, words.logodaedaly(rare) Cleverness or skill in the coining of new words.logogrammaticallyIn terms of or by means of logograms.logographicallyIn a logographic manner.logographyThe use of logographs in writing.logolatryThe worship of words.logolepsy(rare) A fascination or obsession with words.logologicallyin a logological mannerlogology(now uncommon) The scientific study of words.logomachyDispute over the meaning of wordslogomancyDivination with words.logometricallyIn a logometric manner.logopathyspeech disorderlogophoricityThe condition of being logophoric.logorrheicallyIn logorrheic fashion.logosophyAn ethical and philosophical doctrine developed in the 20th centurylogotherapy(psychotherapy) A therapy that involves finding the meaning of one's life.logotypy(typography) The use of logotypes or ligatures.logwayAn engineered route for transporting logs over a dam.logySlow to respond or react; lethargic.loiallyArchaic spelling of loyally.loialtyArchaic spelling of loyalty.loimology(obsolete, rare, medicine) Synonym of epidemiology (“the study of infectious diseases”).loiteringlyIn a loitering manner.lollinglySo as to loll (like the tongue)lollopyMoving with a lollop.lollyA piece of hard candy on a stick; a lollipop.lomboySyzygium cumini, an evergreen tree in the family Myrtaceae.lonelilyIn a lonely manner.lonelyUnhappy due to feeling isolated from contact with other people.lonesomelyIn a lonesome manner, in a way missing companionship.longanimity(now rare) Patience or tolerance in the face of adversity; forbearance, long-suffering.longanimouslyin a longanimous manner, displaying longanimity; forbearingly; patiently and in a restrained and self-controlled way.longevityThe quality of being long-lasting, especially of life.longevously(rare) In a longevous way; with longevity; for an extended amount of time.longheadedlyIn a longheaded manner.longimetryThe measurement of length.longinglyIn a longing manner, with desire, yearningly.longinquityLong distance; the quality of being far away, remoteness.longintudinallyMisspelling of longitudinally.longirostryThe condition of being longirostrinelongitudinalityThe condition of being longitudinal (existing over a length of time)longitudinallyAlong lines of longitude, in the direction from pole to pole, meridianally.longlyFor a long time; wearisomely.longplay(video games) A full recording of a video game being played from start to completion.longsomelyIn a longsome, long-lasting, or tedious manner; lengthily.longtermlyAlternative spelling of long-termly.longwindedlyAlternative spelling of long-windedly.longyA Manx cat with a long tail, that therefore cannot be shown at a Manx show.loobily(obsolete) Awkward; ungainly.looby(now rare, dialect) A large and awkward or clumsy person; an oaf.looey(US, military slang) lieutenantloogyAlternative spelling of loogie.lookabilityAttractive appearance.looksyAlternative form of look-see.looky(sometimes humorous, colloquial) Look.looneyAlternative spelling of loony.loonily(informal) In a loony manner; crazily.loony(informal, offensive, derogatory, of a person) Insane.looovelyElongated form of lovely.loopabilityThe condition of being loopableloopinglyWith a looping pattern or motion.looryArchaic form of lory (“type of parrot”).looselyIn a loose manner.loosey(US, colloquial) A single cigarette, especially one sold individually.looslyObsolete form of loosely.lootocracy(derogatory) A corrupt political system in which the elite fraudulently help themselves to money or resources intended for other purposes.lootyAlternative form of lootie.lophodontyThe condition of being lophodontlopinglyWith a loping motion; with long, easy strides.loppySomewhat lop; inclined to lop; droopy; floppylopsidedlyIn a lopsided manner.loquaciouslyIn a loquacious manner.loquacityTalkativeness; the quality of being loquacious.lordfullyIn a lordful mannerlordishlyIn a lordish manner.lordlilyIn a lordly manner.lordlyOf or relating to a lord.lordolatryWorship of, or reverence for, lords (peers of the realm).lordoticallyIn a lordotic manner.lordyAlternative letter-case form of Lordy.lornlyIn a forlorn manner.lorry(British, Ireland, South Asia, India, Africa) A large and heavy motor vehicle designed to carry goods or soldiers; a truckloryAny of various small, brightly coloured parrots native to Australasia. They are usually classified in the subfamily Loriinae.losabilityThe quality of being losable.loselryLow, rascally behaviour characteristic of a losel.loserly(derogatory) In a manner behoving a loser.losinglyIn a manner that loses or will lose.losslesslyIn a lossless manner.lossy(telecommunications) Of a communication channel, subject to loss of signal strength.lotacracyA political environment in which politicians have a tendency to switch loyalties frequently for personal gain.loteby(obsolete) A lover, paramour; a concubine.lothlyIn a loth manner.lotionyResembling or characteristic of lotion.lottery(figuratively) Something decided by chance.lottocracy(rare) Demarchy.louchelyIn a louche manner.loudlyIn a loud manner; at a high volume.louelyObsolete spelling of lovely.loungeyAlternative form of loungy.lounginglySo as to lounge; in a lazy or relaxing way.loungy(informal) characteristic of a lounge; informally comfortablelouringlyfrowningly; sullenlylouryAlternative form of lowerylouseyUncommon form of lousy; typically in the literal sense of infested with lice.lousilyIn a lousy manner, poorly or vilely.lousy(colloquial) Unwanted and often unpleasant.loutishlyIn a loutish manner.lovabilityThe state or condition of being lovable.lovablyIn a lovable manner.loveabilityAlternative spelling of lovability.loveablyAlternative form of lovably.loveday(now historical) A day appointed for a meeting intended to amicably resolve a dispute; also the meeting held on such a day.lovefully(rare) In a loveful manner.lovelesslyWithout love; in a loveless fashion.lovelify(transitive, rare) To make lovely.lovelilyIn a lovely way.lovelyDelightful for beauty, harmony, or grace.loverboyA male lover, especially a young one.loverlyCharacteristic of lovers.loveshyAlternative form of love-shy.lovesicklyIn a lovesick manner.lovesomelyIn a lovesome manner.lovestoryRare form of love story.loveworthylovable, worthy or deserving of love.lovey(UK) An informal mode of address (associated most often with actors and the like).lovinglyIn a loving manner, affectionately.lowboy(furniture) A low chest of drawers.lowerarchy(colloquial) A series of people or things considered as representing progressively lower levels of a series or whole.lowercasify(informal, computing) To make lower case.loweringly(dated) In a lowering manner; menacingly; with cloudiness or gloom.loweryDark and gloomy; threatening; lowering.lowheartedlyAlternative form of low-heartedly.lowkeyAlternative spelling of low-key.lowlyNot high; not elevated in place; low.lowry(chiefly US, rail transport) An open boxcar used on railroads.loxodromicallyIn a loxodromic fashion.loxodromy(archaic) The science of loxodromics.loyallyIn a loyal manner, faithfully.loyaltyThe state of being loyal; fidelity.lozengy(heraldry) Divided into or composed of rhombuses (lozenges).lozzy(slang) Diminutive of lozenge.lubberlyClumsy and stupid; resembling a lubber (an inexperienced person).lubricatoryServing to lubricate.lubriciouslyIn a lubricious manner.lubricity(of a fluid) Degree of ability to lubricate.lucencyThe quality of being lucent.lucentlyIn a lucent manner.lucidityThe property of being lucid; lucidness.lucidlyIn a clear and easily understood way, in a lucid manner.luciferously(archaic) In a luciferous manner.lucify(uncommon) To make clear or understandable.luckilyIn a lucky manner; by good fortune; fortunately.lucklesslyIn a luckless way.lucky(of people) Favoured by luck; fortunate; having good success or good fortune.lucoddy(Polari) The body.lucrativelyIn a lucrative manner, profitably.lucrativityThe quality of being lucrative.lucubratory(archaic) Composed by candlelight, or at night.luculently(archaic) In a luculent manner; clearly.lucy(archaic) The northern pike (a kind of fish).ludibry(archaic, formal) Derision; mockery.ludicallyIn a ludic sense.ludicrityThe quality of being ludicrous.ludicrosityludicrousness; something ludicrousludicrouslyIn a ludicrous manner.ludicrousy(nonstandard) Ludicrousness.ludificatory(obsolete) enjoyable; funludodiversityDiversity of games, regarded as an aspect of cultural heritage.ludographyA curated list of gamesludologicallyWith respect to ludology, in a ludological way.ludologyThe study of games and other forms of play.ludomusicalityThe way in which music is played and composed in the context of games, musicality specifically in game or video game music, or the relationship between play and music.ludomusicologyThe scientific study of video game music.ludopathy(non-native speakers' English) Problem gambling.lugubriositylugubriousnesslugubriouslyIn a lugubrious manner.lukewarmlyIn a lukewarm manner, tepidly, without enthusiasm.lullabyA cradlesong, a soothing song to calm children or lull them to sleep.lullinglyIn a way that lulls; soothingly.lully(UK, slang, archaic) Wet or drying linen.lulzworthy(Internet slang, rare) Causing lulz; amusing, entertaining, often with schadenfreude.lulzy(Internet slang) Engendering lulz; comical, amusing, especially in terms of schadenfreude.lumberinglyWith heavy, clumsy movements.lumberlyClumsy, cumbrous.lumbersomelyIn a lumbersome manner.lumbosacrallyIn a lumbosacral manner or directionlumbotomy(surgery) incision of the lumbar muscles, typically to access a kidneylumenallyIn a lumenal mannerlumenographyMisspelling of luminography.luminallyWith regard to the lumenluminaryOne who is an inspiration to others; one who has achieved success in one's chosen field; a leading light.luminescentlyIn a luminescent manner.luminoassayA luminescent assay, typically using luminolluminography(photography) A form of photography that, instead of using a camera, exposes a photosensitive material to light that is modified by an intervening objectluminoimmunoassay(immunology) chemiluminescent or electroluminescent immunoassayluminometricallyBy means of luminometry.luminometryA bioluminescent immunoassay for detecting ATP using a luminometer.luminosity(uncountable) the state of being luminous, or a luminous object; brilliance or radianceluminotherapySynonym of phototherapy.luminousityMisspelling of luminosity.luminouslyIn a luminous manner, brightly, glowingly.lummy(UK, slang, obsolete) jolly, first-rate.lumpability(mathematics) The extent to which a matrix is lumpable.lumpectomy(surgery) The surgical removal of a tumour or cyst from a breast.lumpenlyIn a lumpen manner.lumpilyIn a lumpy manner, with lumps.lumpinglySo as to lump together.lumpishlyIn a lumpish manner.lumpyFull of lumps, not smooth, uneven.lunacy(of a person or group of people) The state of being mad, insanitylunarymoonwort (Botrychium lunaria)lunatelyIn a lunate manner.lunaticallyIn a lunatic or lunatical manner; crazily.lunchladyAlternative spelling of lunch lady.lungectomy(informal) The removal of a lung.lungootyObsolete form of langoti.lunkyStupid; slow-witted; unintelligent.lunomancydivination by interpreting shadows created by moonlight on a person's face dusted with silver. This is most often done on the full moon to have the highest moonlight intensity.lunyArchaic form of loony.lupinelyIn a lupine manner; like a wolf.lurchinglyWith a lurching motion.lurchy(informal) Moving with a lurch.lurgeyAlternative spelling of lurgy.lurgyChiefly preceded by the.luridityThe quality of being lurid.luridlyIn a lurid manner, in a way that contains gauche details or is intended to shock or horrify.luringlySo as to lure or tempt; enticingly.lurkinglySo as to lurk; in sinister concealment.lurky(rare, informal) Tending to lurk; given to or indicative of lurkinglurry(transitive) To lug or pull about.lurvely(UK, nonstandard) Pronunciation spelling of lovely.lusciouslyIn a luscious manner.lushyGiven to drinking alcohol.lusoryAlternative form of lusorious.lusterlesslyIn a lusterless manner.lustfullyIn a lustful manner.lustilyIn a lusty manner: vigorously, loudly, enthusiastically.lustinglyWith lust; lustfully.lustlesslyIn a lustless manner.lustratoryRelating to lustration or purification.lustrelesslyAlternative spelling of lusterlessly.lustrify(obsolete) To give luster to; to make lustrous.lustrouslyIn a lustrous manner, glossily.lustworthyWorthy of being lusted after; sexually desirable.lustyExhibiting lust (in the obsolete sense meaning "vigor"); strong, healthy, robust; vigorous; full of sap or vitality.luteously(rare, literary) In a luteous manner.luthieryThe construction and repair of stringed instruments.luverlyPronunciation spelling of lovely.luvverly(UK, nonstandard) Pronunciation spelling of lovely.luvvy(informal) An affectionate term of address.luxuriancyObsolete form of luxuriance.luxuriantlyIn a luxuriant manner; with luxuriance.luxuriosity(rare) The quality of being luxurious.luxuriouslyIn a manner that involves luxury; in an expensive or indulgent manner.luxurity(uncountable) The quality of being luxurious.luxuryVery wealthy and comfortable surroundings; the state of being that they create.ly(astronomy) Abbreviation of light year.lycanthropicallyIn a lycanthropic way.lycanthropyA delusion in which one believes oneself to be a wolf or other wild animal.lychnomancyA form of divination using a lamp or a candle flamelychwayAlternative form of lichway.lyinglyIn a lying manner; deceptively, mendaciously.lymphadectomy(surgery) Synonym of lymphadenectomy.lymphadenectomy(surgery) The surgical removal of lymph nodes, usually performed as part of the management of cancerlymphadenomegaly(pathology) enlargement of the lymph nodeslymphadenopathy(medicine) An abnormal enlargement of the lymph nodes; it is often a nonspecific sign of infection but is also often of obscure origin and benign.lymphangiographicallyBy means of, or in terms of, lymphangiography.lymphangiographyA radiographic procedure for imaging the lymphatic system.lymphangiopathy(medicine) Any of several diseases of the lymph vesselslymphaticallyBy lymphatic means.lymphoadenopathyAlternative form of lymphadenopathy.lymphocytotoxicityThe condition of being lymphocytotoxic.lymphogenicallyIn a lymphogenic mannerlymphogenouslyIn a lymphogenous mannerlymphographicallyBy means of, or in terms of, lymphography.lymphographyA medical imaging technique using a radiocontrast agent to visualize structures of the lymphatic system.lymphologicallyIn terms of lymphology.lymphologyThe study of the lymphatic system.lymphomalignancy(pathology) Any malignancy of the lymph nodeslymphomegalySynonym of lymphadenopathy.lymphonodectomy(surgery) The removal of the lymph nodeslymphopathy(pathology) Any disease of the lymph glandslymphoscintigraphicallyBy means of lymphoscintigraphy.lymphoscintigraphyscintigraphy of the lymph nodeslymphostimulatoryThat stimulates the lymphatic systemlymphotomy(surgery) Removal of adenoid growths.lymphotoxicityThe condition of being lymphotoxiclymphotrophyNourishment of the tissues by lymph in parts devoid of blood vessels.lymphy(archaaic) Containing or resembling lymph.lyotropy(physics) The condition of being lyotropiclypohypertrophyMisspelling of lipohypertrophy.lyratelyIn a lyrate manner.lyricalityThe property of being suitable for singing.lyricallyIn a manner that is pleasing to hear, as singing or speaking; in a lyrical manner.lyricologyThe interest, field, or study of lyricslysigenously(biology) By means of lysigeny.lysigeny(biology) Creation of cavities by lysis.lysogenicallyIn a lysogenic manner.lysogenicityThe property of being lysogenic.lysogenyThe incorporation of the nucleic acid of a bacteriophage into that of a host bacterium; sometimes transmitted to daughter cells following lysislysophagypermeabilization or rupture of the membrane of a lysosomelysosomallyIn terms of, or by means of, lysosomes.lyticallyBy means of, or in terms of, lysis.