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lustring

lus·tre
L l

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [luhs-ter]
    • /ˈlʌs tər/
    • /ˈlʌ.strɪŋ/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [luhs-ter]
    • /ˈlʌs tər/

Definitions of lustring word

  • noun lustring the state or quality of shining by reflecting light; glitter, sparkle, sheen, or gloss: the luster of satin. 1
  • noun lustring a substance, as a coating or polish, used to impart sheen or gloss. 1
  • noun lustring radiant or luminous brightness; brilliance; radiance. 1
  • noun lustring radiance of beauty, excellence, merit, distinction, or glory: achievements that add luster to one's name. 1
  • noun lustring a shining object, especially one used for decoration, as a cut-glass pendant or ornament. 1
  • noun lustring a chandelier, candleholder, etc., ornamented with cut-glass pendants. 1

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Origin of lustring

First appearance:

before 1515
One of the 27% oldest English words
1515-25; < Middle French lustre < Italian lustro, derivative of lustrare to polish, purify < Latin lūstrāre to purify ceremonially, derivative of lūstrum lustrum

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Parts of speech for Lustring

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

lustring popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

lustring usage trend in Literature

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