li
1the solmization syllable used for the semitone between the sixth and seventh degrees of a scale.
Origin of li
1Other definitions for li (2 of 7)
a Chinese unit of distance, equivalent to about one-third of a mile (0.5 km).
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2Other definitions for li (3 of 7)
(in Chinese ethical philosophy) the etiquette traditionally prescribed for individuals or groups of people in a given situation.
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3Other definitions for li (4 of 7)
link; links.
Other definitions for Li (5 of 7)
a member of an aboriginal people of the island of Hainan in Southeastern China.
the Kadai language of the Li.
Other definitions for Li (6 of 7)
lithium.
Other definitions for L.I. (7 of 7)
British. light infantry.
Long Island.
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How to use li in a sentence
"F-two-e-l-i-n-g," replied the child, without a moment's hesitation.
This vessel was regarded as a distinct improvement upon the "L-I," although the latter could boast some great achievements.
Aeroplanes and Dirigibles of War | Frederick A. TalbotGeneral Watts called on phone and confirmed it was K-l-i-h-r.
Warren Commission (11 of 26): Hearings Vol. XI (of 15) | The President's Commission on the Assassination of President KennedyGoing back to the record on this Klihr, it does appear, in fact, to be K-l-i-h-r.
Warren Commission (11 of 26): Hearings Vol. XI (of 15) | The President's Commission on the Assassination of President KennedyFor instance, "I shall always address you in your own S-n-i-v-e-l-i-n-g d-r-a-w-l, baby."
The Letters Of Mark Twain, Volume 3, 1876-1885 | Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens)
British Dictionary definitions for li (1 of 4)
/ (liː) /
a Chinese unit of length, approximately equal to 590 yards
Origin of li
1British Dictionary definitions for li (2 of 4)
Liechtenstein
British Dictionary definitions for Li (3 of 4)
lithium
British Dictionary definitions for LI (4 of 4)
Long Island
Light Infantry
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Scientific definitions for Li
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