Lice

//laɪs// noun

noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1
plural of louse form-of, plural
2
louse proscribed

Synonyms

worm arithmetic bug bastard bird louse bird louse biting louse

Example

"The plural form of "louse" is "lice"."

Etymology

From Middle English lys, from Old English lȳs.

Related phrases

body parasite bugs nits hair infestation hair insect head infestation head insect itchy head like fleas on pets pin head tiny insect very small

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