-le

¹

1. a suffix of verbs having a frequentative force.

   dazzle; twinkle.

2. a suffix of adjectives formed originally on verbal stems and having the sense of “apt to”.

   brittle.

3. a noun suffix having originally a diminutive meaning.

   bramble.

4. a noun suffix indicating agent or instrument.

   beadle; bridle; thimble.

l.e.

²

abbreviation

Football.

1. left end.

LE

¹

abbreviation

1. lupus erythematosus

-le

²

suffix

1. denoting repeated or continuous action, often of a diminutive nature

   twiddle

   wriggle

   wrestle

Word History and Origins

Origin of LE¹

Middle English -len, Old English -lian (v.); Middle English -el, Old English -ol (adj.); Middle English -el, Old English -il (diminutive); Middle English -el, Old English -ol, -ul (agent)

Word History and Origins

Origin of LE¹

from Middle English -len, Old English -lian, with similar significance

Example Sentences

If Hawaii were a country and were compared to all 203 other countries and territories around the world, its 1990 LE would rank fourth globally, the highest LE in the US.

From Science Daily

Changes in LE at birth and at 65 years, between 2010-12 and 2015-17, were identified based on data supplied by Public Health England and the Office for National Statistics.

From Science Daily

LE PECQ, France — Organizers of next year’s Paris Olympics are scaling back the metal tower they plan to build for judges and television cameras at the picture-perfect surfing venue in Tahiti.

From Washington Times

LE TOUQUET, France — England will give free-again flanker Tom Curry a chance to start the Rugby World Cup anew against Samoa next weekend.

From Washington Times

LE MANS, France — Ferrari ended a 50-year absence from the 24 Hours of Le Mans by toppling mighty Toyota in the centenary running of the most iconic sports car race in the world.

From Washington Times