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luscious

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Adj — Richly sweet, juicy, and delicious.

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luscious fruit luscious lips

Etymology

Probably an alteration of lustious, from lusty ("pleasant, delicious") + -ous; Shakespeare used both lush and lusty in similar senses.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “luscious” mean?

The word “luscious” means richly sweet, juicy, and delicious. In plain terms, rich, juicy, and delicious — or, describing a person, very attractive.

How do you pronounce “luscious”?

“Luscious” is pronounced LUH-shuhs (/ˈlʌʃəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “luscious” in a sentence?

Here is “luscious” used in a sentence: “The luscious ripe peaches were dripping with juice.”

What part of speech is “luscious”?

“Luscious” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “luscious” have?

“Luscious” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: richly sweet, juicy, and delicious.

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