Definition: A narrow road or path, often found in the countryside, or a designated area for vehicles on a street.

Example: We took a scenic drive down the quiet lane lined with trees.

Definition: A small, narrow road or path, often found in urban areas, that is usually not meant for heavy traffic.

Example: The children played in the laneway behind their house.

Definition: To lie over or partly cover something, or to take in liquid with the tongue.

Example: The dog lapped up the water from the bowl.

Definition: A part of the body formed by the upper legs when a person is sitting down, or a layer of material that hangs down from something.

Example: She placed the book on her lap while sitting on the couch.

Definition: To get ahead of an opponent in a race by completing more laps than them, or to cover something with a layer.

Example: In the final lap of the race, she lapped her closest competitor.

Definition: Describing a type of boat construction where the hull is made of overlapping wooden planks that are fastened together, creating a strong and durable structure.

Example: The traditional fishing boat was built using lapstrake construction, making it both sturdy and reliable.

Definition: Referring to the left side of a ship when facing forward.

Example: The crew gathered on the larboard side to prepare for departure.

Definition: The left side of a ship when facing forward.

Example: The crew gathered on the larboard side to watch the sunset.

Definition: A type of coin used in Latvia, which is the currency of the country.

Example: I exchanged my dollars for lats when I traveled to Latvia.

Definition: Describing a type of sail that is triangular and attached to a mast at an angle, commonly used on certain boats, especially in North Africa.

Example: The lateen sail allowed the boat to navigate more efficiently against the wind.

Definition: A type of triangular sail that is set on a long yard mounted at an angle on the mast of a boat or ship, commonly used in sailing.

Example: The fisherman adjusted the lateen to catch the wind more effectively.

Definition: To sail a boat in a zigzag course against the wind.

Example: The sailor had to laveer to make progress towards the harbor.

Definition: A person who uses a lead line to measure the depth of water, especially in nautical contexts.

Example: The leadsman carefully measured the depth of the water to ensure safe navigation.

Definition: To go away from a place or to depart.

Example: I will leave for the airport at 6 AM.

Definition: A period of time when someone is allowed to be away from work or duty, often with official permission.

Example: She took a leave from her job to travel abroad.

Definition: To allow someone or something to be in a certain state or to go away from a place, often by not taking them with you.

Example: I will leave the door open for you.