Luke

/luːk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A masculine given name, derived from the Latin 'Lucas', often associated with the Gospel writer St. Luke.

Luke is planning to study medicine after he finishes college.

A surname derived from the given name Luke.

The author, John Luke, is known for his historical novels.

verb

To 'luke' someone, which is a slang term used in various dialects to mean to overlook or ignore.

Don't just luke the issues at hand; we need to address them directly.

Derived from the Latin 'Lucas', meaning 'from Lucania', a region in Southern Italy.

Luke warm

Neither hot nor cold; indifferent.

Lucifer

A name often associated with a fallen angel.

Lucid

Expressing clarity; easily understood.

Luke as a reference to someone who is particularly laid back.

He's so Luke about the whole situation.

Used informally to describe someone who is not very enthusiastic.

She was feeling a bit Luke today.