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lo͞os
Meaning & Definition
noun
A rare or poetic term for light or brightness.
The morning luce bathed the landscape in a golden hue.
A dialectal term for a beam of light or a glimpse of daylight.
Through the cracks in the old barn, a few rays of luce filtered in.
A term used in heraldry, meaning a representation of a fish, particularly a pike.
The family crest featured a luce, symbolizing strength and resilience.
Etymology
From Middle English 'luce', from Old French 'l'uche', from Latin 'lucius' meaning 'pike'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Luce it up
To boast or show off in a flashy manner.
Like a luce in water
To be very skillful or adept at a task.
Catch a luce
To acquire or achieve something desirable.
Related Words
pike
A species of fish similar to the luce, known for its sharp teeth.
pickerel
A smaller type of pike found in North America.
Slang Meanings
To show off or flaunt.
He really knows how to luce it up at parties.
To achieve something notable.
After winning the race, she felt like she had caught a luce.