voluptuous-lipped
|vo-lup-tu-ous-lipped|
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/vəˈlʌp.tʃu.əs-lɪpt/
full, sensual lips
Etymology
Etymology Information
'voluptuous-lipped' originates from the Latin word 'voluptas,' meaning 'pleasure,' combined with 'lipped,' referring to the lips.
Historical Evolution
'Voluptuous' evolved from the Latin 'voluptuosus,' and 'lipped' is derived from the Old English 'lippa.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'voluptuous' meant 'full of pleasure,' and 'lipped' referred to the physical feature of lips. Together, they describe lips that are full and sensual.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having full, sensual lips that are often considered attractive or desirable.
The actress was known for her voluptuous-lipped smile.
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Last updated: 2025/05/14 13:17