lucille

word

/ɫuˈsiɫ/
loo-SIL
/luːˈsiːl/
loo-SIL

Definition

Lucille is a feminine given name, used primarily in English and French-speaking countries. It is often used for women and sometimes for fictional characters, musical instruments, or pets.

Usage & Nuances

"Lucille" is most often used as a personal name. It can refer to real people, fictional characters, or famous references, like B.B. King's guitar. The pronunciation is /luːˈsiːl/. Rarely used as a noun in everyday English, unless naming something.

Example Sentences

Lucille is my grandmother's name.

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Everyone says Lucille makes the best cookies in town.

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I met Lucille at the party.

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Lucille likes to read books every night.

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Did you know B.B. King named his guitar Lucille?

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Whenever I call Lucille, she always answers right away.

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