LISSOME


Meaning of LISSOME in English

— lissomely , adv. — lissomeness , n.

/lis"euhm/ , adj.

1. lithesome or lithe, esp. of body; supple; flexible.

2. agile, nimble, or active.

Also, lissom .

[ 1790-1800; var. of LITHESOME ]

Ant. 1. rigid. 2. clumsy.

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