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lilo

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Noun — British: an inflatable mattress used for floating on water or camping.

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Etymology

From "Li-Lo," the trademark of a company that made rubberized-canvas air mattresses from the 1940s to the 1970s — itself a playful respelling of "lie low."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lilo” mean?

The word “lilo” means british: an inflatable mattress used for floating on water or camping. In plain terms, a blow-up mattress, mainly used in British English; Americans usually say "air mattress" or "pool float.".

How do you pronounce “lilo”?

“Lilo” is pronounced LEYE-loh (/ˈlaɪləʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “lilo” in a sentence?

Here is “lilo” used in a sentence: “The kids spent all afternoon paddling around the pool on a lilo.”

What part of speech is “lilo”?

“Lilo” is a noun.

Where does the word “lilo” come from?

The word “lilo” dates back to around 1940. From "Li-Lo," the trademark of a company that made rubberized-canvas air mattresses from the 1940s to the 1970s — itself a playful respelling of "lie low.".

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