5 letter words starting with LIC

Parts of Speech

Licit is an adjective.

Definitions

Allowable by law; lawful; not prohibited or forbidden.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈlɪsɪt/

UK: /ˈlɪsɪt/

Origin and Usage

Licit comes from the Latin word licitus, meaning "lawful." It has been in use in English since the 16th century and is often used in legal contexts to refer to actions or behaviors that are legal and not prohibited by law.

Synonyms

Legal, lawful, permissible, allowed, sanctioned, authorized, legitimate, valid.

Related Words

Legal, moral, valid, sound, right.

Example Sentences

• The companys activities were found to be licit by the regulatory authorities.
• He had no doubt that his actions were licit and within the bounds of the law.
• The court determined that the search was licit and did not violate the defendants rights.

Dictionary Entry: Licks

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

1. (Noun) a quick and forceful stroke of the tongue or hand.
2. (Verb) to pass the tongue over (something), typically in order to taste, moisten, or clean it.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /lɪks/
• UK: /lɪks/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "licks" originated from Middle English "likken" which means "to lick". It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. As a noun, "licks" refers to a quick and forceful stroke of the tongue or hand. As a verb, it means to pass the tongue over something, typically in order to taste, moisten, or clean it.

5. Synonyms:

• (Noun) stroke, smack, hit, blow
• (Verb) taste, sample, try, savor

6. Related Words:

• Click
• Quick
• Thick
• Brick
• Trick

7. Example Sentences:

1. The dog gave the ice cream cone a few quick licks.
2. She licked the envelope to seal it shut.