Word of the Day: Lave

Lave (verb)- To wash; bathe. (adjective) – (Of ears) large and drooping.

Origin

Lave is probably derived from an Old English word “gelafian” meaning “to wash by pouring” or perhaps from the Latin word “lavare”, which means “to wash.”

Quotes

One must have a freshness of mind, a cleanliness of body. One must lave oneself in sparkling springs.
— Vikram Seth, A Suitable Boy



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