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lusterless - definition and meaning
Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
adjective
from The Century Dictionary.
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
adjective
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adjective luster , dull , not shiny , flat or matte finished .
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
adjective adjective
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Examples
The description of the untamed faun as he then appeared is not flattering: his complexion sallow, his hair stiff, his figure slight, his expression lusterless , his manner insignificant.
The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. I. (of IV.) William Milligan Sloane 1889
In the corner of his parents 'bedroom he saw decayed seagull carcasses, gnats and maggots on lusterless eyes, globs of sea jelly, tangles of seaweed.
Wintering at Montauk Jane Ciabattari 2010
Trading remained lusterless and volumes ran dry as investors refrained from building fresh positions ahead of a public holiday Tuesday and a series of important meetings in Europe this week.
Indian Shares End Lower Khushita Vasant 2011
He turned the key in the ignition but the man was almost at the hood of their car, so they hadn't time to close their windows and heard him speak with a firm voice and a lusterless , almost business-like tone.
And You--And You--And You Con Chapman 2012
Market triangulation aside, Chevrolet has made life harder than it needs to be with the Cruze's lusterless sheet metal.
Brand-New and Almost Out of Date 2010
Her eyes were so lusterless and dull that Aya wondered if shed surged them that way.
Scott Westerfeld: Uglies Quartet Scott Westerfeld 2010
| Reply | Permalink god you're cruel! lol! i'm eating leftovers and they are decidedly lusterless .
Poll: Obama Expands Lead, Makes Big Inroads On National Security 2009
She carefully studied the wax — it was the same pale, lusterless kind used for the candles in Church.
Relics 2008
• It helps in scalp treatment for lusterless hairs.
Benefits of Wheatgrass - An Ultimate Health Supplement 2008
Her eyes were so lusterless and dull that Aya wondered if shed surged them that way.
Extras Scott Westerfeld 2008
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