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louses Definition and Meaning in English (louses definition)

noun
Synonyms:parasitesvermin
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Louses definition: Louses are small, wingless parasitic insects that live on the skin of animals and humans, feeding on blood.

Definitions of Louses

  1. 1noun

    Louses are small, wingless parasitic insects that live on the skin of animals and humans, feeding on blood.

  2. 2noun(informal)

    Informally, 'louses' refers to contemptible or despicable people.

Example Sentences

casual

“The children's heads were checked for louses after the school outbreak.”

casual

“He called them a bunch of louses for their dishonest actions.”

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past tenseloused
present participlelousing
nounlouse
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Louses definition: Louses are small, wingless parasitic insects that live on the skin of animals and humans, feeding on blood.
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'Louses' translates to 'louses' in English. Louses definition: Louses are small, wingless parasitic insects that live on the skin of animals and humans, feeding on blood.
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