Lao
a member of a people of Laos and northern Thailand.
the Tai language of the Lao.
of or relating to the Lao or their language.
Origin of Lao
1Words Nearby Lao
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How to use Lao in a sentence
Bestselling author of Flags of Our Fathers shares his favorite reads, from Lao Tzu to Kurt Vonnegut.
We embraced, and before the others could press forward to salute me, I gave the jhirnee: "Pan Lao!"
Confessions of a Thug | Philip Meadows TaylorThis man was called Lao-tse, a recluse and philosopher, who was already an old man when Confucius began his travels.
Beacon Lights of History, Volume I | John LordDon Torribio occupied himself by doubling up his Lao several times in his right hand.
The Guide of the Desert | Gustave Aimard"Your mind is widely opened, esteemed," replied Lao Ting respectfully.
Kai Lung's Golden Hours | Ernest Bramah
In spite of the admittedly rough-edged nature of Hoa-mi's leave-taking, Lao Ting retraced his steps in an exalted frame of mind.
Kai Lung's Golden Hours | Ernest Bramah
British Dictionary definitions for Lao (1 of 2)
/ (laʊ) /
another name for Laotian
British Dictionary definitions for LAO (2 of 2)
Laos (international car registration)
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