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Meaning of lissome
The primary meaning of "lissome" is having a slender and graceful figure or movement.
Etymology of lissome
The word "lissome" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the Old French word "lisse", meaning smooth or sleek, which is also related to the Latin word "lissus", meaning smooth or slippery
Historically, the word was used to describe something or someone that is smooth, sleek, or slender, and over time, its meaning expanded to include connotations of elegance and grace
Synonyms
Definitions
- Having a slender and graceful figure or movement
- * (Of a person or animal) having a slender, supple, and elegant physique
Usage Examples
- The lissome dancer glided across the stage with ease
- * The athlete's lissome physique allowed her to run with incredible speed and agility
- * The cat's lissome body enabled it to slip through the narrow opening