Used in a Sentence

lave

How to use lave in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for lave.

Editorial note

"[3] The English word "lave" is of the same root.

Examples6
Definitions3
Parts of speech1

Quick take

wash or flow against; "the waves laved the shore"

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of lave gathered in one view.

verb

wash or flow against; "the waves laved the shore"

verb

cleanse (one's body) with soap and water

verb

wash one's face and hands; "She freshened up in the bathroom"

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for lave.

verb

wash or flow against; "the waves laved the shore"

verb

cleanse (one's body) with soap and water

verb

wash one's face and hands; "She freshened up in the bathroom"

Example sentences

1

"[3] The English word "lave" is of the same root.

2

It's both simpler in some aspects and more complex in others to lave local library versions for every app/service.

3

My girlfriend gets sick with exhaust vapors when typical cheap taxi drivers lave their windows open and insist their AC is broken.

4

Awa in France, across the wave, The wee lichts burn on ilka grave, An' you an' me their lowe hae seen-- Ye'11 mebbe hae yer Hallowe'en Yont, whaur ye're lyin' wi' the lave.

5

Undoubtedly out of the illogical, the domain of which must originally lave been immense.

6

Unless you don't want to earnestly debate the real topic?Because presumably Google isn't special and doesn't lave laws and ethics that apply only to them?

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use lave in a sentence?

"[3] The English word "lave" is of the same root.

What does lave mean?

wash or flow against; "the waves laved the shore"

What part of speech is lave?

lave is commonly used as verb.