a.
Lacerating, or having the power to lacerate; as, lacerative humors.
n.
A muscle of the human body.
n.
A genus of lizards. See Lizard.
n.
The Lizard, a northern constellation.
a.
Like a lizard; of or pertaining to the Lacertilia.
n.
One of the Lacertilia.
n. pl.
An order of Reptilia, which includes the lizards.
a. & n.
Same as Lacertian.
a.
Like or belonging to the Lacertilia.
n.
A bundle or fascicle of muscular fibers.
n.
Any one of several species of neuropterous insects of the genus Chrysopa and allied genera. They have delicate, lacelike wings and brilliant eyes. Their larvae are useful in destroying aphids. Called also lace-winged fly, and goldeneyed fly.
a.
Having thin, transparent, reticulated wings; as, the lace-winged flies.
n.
Neglect; negligence; remissness; neglect to do a thing at the proper time; delay to assert a claim.
A rich, sweet, red Neapolitan wine.
a.
Of or pertaining to tears; as, lachrymal effusions.