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Meaning of "lisle" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD LISLE

Named after Lisle (now Lille), town in France where this type of thread was originally manufactured.
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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.
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PRONUNCIATION OF LISLE

lisle  [laɪl] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF LISLE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Lisle is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES LISLE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Lisle

Lisle is a type of cotton fabric that has been processed to give it a smooth finish. The process burns off lint and threads as well as fibre ends, leaving a smooth edge. Lisle may also refer to the type of thread used to make the fabric. Lisle can also refer to: ▪ Lisle...

Definition of lisle in the English dictionary

The definition of lisle in the dictionary is a strong fine cotton thread or fabric.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH LISLE


bile
baɪl
facile
ˈfæsaɪl
file
faɪl
freestyle
ˈfriːˌstaɪl
hairstyle
ˈhɛəˌstaɪl
hostile
ˈhɒstaɪl
I´ll
aɪl
isle
aɪl
juvenile
ˈdʒuːvɪˌnaɪl
kyle
kaɪl
lifestyle
ˈlaɪfˌstaɪl
meanwhile
ˈmiːnˌwaɪl
mile
maɪl
mobile
ˈməʊbaɪl
profile
ˈprəʊfaɪl
smile
smaɪl
style
staɪl
textile
ˈtɛkstaɪl
tile
taɪl
while
waɪl

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE LISLE

lis
lis pendens
Lisboa
Lisbon
Lisburn
Lisieux
lisp
lisper
lisping
lispingly
lispound
Lissajous figure
lissencephalous
lissom
lissome
lissomely
lissomeness
lissomly
lissomness
lissotrichous

WORDS THAT END LIKE LISLE

aisle
Apple Isle
Basle
Belle Isle
Black Isle
Carlisle
easle
Emerald Isle
enisle
Fair Isle
hassle
inisle
Leconte de Lisle
measle
mousle
Rouget de Lisle
the Black Isle
tousle
tussle
whsle

Synonyms and antonyms of lisle in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «lisle» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF LISLE

Find out the translation of lisle to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of lisle from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «lisle» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

莱尔
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

lisle
570 millions of speakers

English

lisle
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

Lisle
380 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Arabic

ليسلي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Лиль
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

Lisle
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

Lisle
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

Ecosse
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Lisle
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Florgarn
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ライル
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

라일
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Lisle
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

lisle
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

LISLE
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

लिसल
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

iskoç
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

Lisle
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Lisle
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Ліль
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Lisle
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

lisle
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Lisle
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Lisle
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Lisle
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of lisle

TRENDS

TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «LISLE»

The term «lisle» is quite widely used and occupies the 32.510 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «LISLE» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «lisle» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «lisle» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about lisle

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «LISLE»

Discover the use of lisle in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to lisle and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
The Ultimate Proof of Creation: Resolving the Origins Debate
IN THE ULTIMATE PROOF OF CREATION, DR. JASON LISLE USES LOGIC, REASON, AND EVIDENCE TO LAY THE DEBATE TO REST.
Jason Lisle, 2009
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The Lisle Letters: An Abridgement
A collection of the letters of Arthur Plantagenet, Lord Lisle, provides an informative look at life in Tudor England and at political intrigue at the court of Henry VIII
Muriel St. Clare Byrne, Bridget Boland, 1983
3
The Global Politics of Contemporary Travel Writing
This 2006 book brings the 'serious' world of politics to the 'superficial' world of contemporary travel writing.
Debbie Lisle, 2006
4
The Silver Door
When Genna is chosen as the Sunrider of prophecy, her destiny is to unite the magic of the sun and the moon for the good of both Nightlings and humans.
Holly Lisle, 2009
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Stereographic Projection Techniques for Geologists and Civil ...
A straightforward introduction to stereographic projection techniques for students of geology and civil engineering.
Richard J. Lisle, Peter R. Leyshon, 2004
6
Geological Structures and Maps: A Practical Guide
Highly illustrated, with problems provided throughout, this book is designed for use by students with a minimum of tutorial supervision. The coverage is ideal for first year undergraduate courses, and also suitable for A-level geology.
Richard J. Lisle, 2004
7
The Art of Keeping Cool
Set during World War II, young Robert worries about his cousin who, an artist himself, becomes intrigued by the mysterious German painter living near them in the woods as it is rumored that he may be a spy.
Janet Taylor Lisle, 2000
8
Basic Geological Mapping
This is an ideal field guide to geological mapping for 2nd/3rd year undergraduates and postgraduates of Geology, Hydrogeology and Geological Engineering. Geology teachers and amateur geologists may find it a handy guide.
John W. Barnes, Richard J. Lisle, 2004
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The Pleasure Trap
Here The Authors offer unique insights into the motivational factors that make us susceptible to dietary and lifestyle excesses, and present ways to restore the biological processes designed by nature to keep us running at maximum ...
Douglas J. Lisle, Ph.d., Alan Goldhamer, 2003
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Special Ops Fitness Training: High-Intensity Workouts of ...
Drawn from the actual programs used by America's special operation forces Navy SEALs, Delta Force, Marine Force Recon and Army Rangers the workouts in this book are packed with grueling, mind- and body-draining tasks that test the mettle of ...
Mark De Lisle, 2009

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «LISLE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term lisle is used in the context of the following news items.
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Sandra Bland's death in Texas jail 'rocked our church' in Lisle
The Rev. James Miller, of DuPage AME Church in Lisle, stands with his wife, the Rev. Lana Miller, as he addresses the gathering Sunday, July ... «Chicago Tribune, Jul 15»
2
Accordion Festival to be held in Lisle - DailyHerald.com
More than 75 accordionists and world-acclaimed accordion artists from Russia, Canada, Scotland and the United States will perform in Lisle at ... «Chicago Daily Herald, Jul 15»
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5 of Chicagoland's Most Challenging and Unique Workouts | Lisle
The same workout every day is boring. Want to switch up your fitness routine and try something new? Check out these Chicagoland workouts! «Patch.com, Jul 15»
4
Navistar Announces Refinancing Of Senior Secured Term Loan …
LISLE, Ill., July 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV) today announced that it is refinancing the $697.5 million senior ... «PR Newswire, Jul 15»
5
Lisle church to host prayer walk for Sandra Bland
Friends, family and complete strangers, walked together Sunday in west suburban Lisle to remember Sandra Bland, the 28-year-old Naperville ... «WLS-TV, Jul 15»
6
Homegrown fest in Lisle unites suburban music scene - Daily Herald
Aaron Williams is the mastermind behind the Homegrown Arts & Music Festival, set for Saturday, July 25, in Lisle. play this video Homegrown ... «Chicago Daily Herald, Jul 15»
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How to Set Fitness Goals: A Guide | Lisle, IL Patch
Whether you're just getting into fitness or trying to reach a new pr (personal record), it's important that when setting your fitness goals you keep ... «Patch.com, Jul 15»
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April the Tabby Cat: DuPage County Pet Pick of the Week | Lisle, IL …
April is a 13-year-old female domestic short haired tabby cat. She has been spayed, vaccinated and microchipped, and her adoption fee is only ... «Patch.com, Jul 15»
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Essential Exercises for Women | Lisle, IL Patch
Incorporating these essential exercises into your workout regimen will help to increase your strength and improve your health. By Lorraine ... «Patch.com, Jul 15»
10
Lisle Police hold first 'Walk & Talk'
Lisle Police Chief Dave Anderson and deputy police chiefs Ron Wilke and Rob Munson knocked on doors to informally connect with residents ... «DuPage Policy Journal, Jul 15»

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