Louse Meaning in English
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परिभाषा
A small parasitic insect that lives on the skin or hair of humans and animals and feeds on their blood. The word "louse" can also informally mean a mean or unpleasant person.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
"Louse" is the singular form (plural "lice"). It is mainly used in scientific or medical contexts. The informal meaning ('an unpleasant person') is old-fashioned and rare today. The phrase "to louse up" means to mess up something.
उदाहरण वाक्य
A louse can cause itching on your scalp.
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Teachers checked for louse in the children's hair.
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The scientist studied the louse under a microscope.
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Turns out I had a single louse in my hair—no wonder it was itching so much!
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Don’t be a louse—help your friend when they need it.
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I really loused up my chance at the interview by arriving late.
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