lithesome

English

Alternative forms

lithsum (dialectal)

Etymology

From Middle English lithsum, equivalent to lithe +‎ -some. Doublet of lissom.

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ˈlaɪðsəm/

Adjective

lithesome (comparative more lithesome, superlative most lithesome)

Characterised or marked by litheness; pliant, limber, nimble, lissome.

Synonyms

See lithe
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Related terms

Anagrams

homeliest, homiletes

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