launce

[ lans, lahns ]

noun

1. sand lance.

launce

/ lɑːns /

noun

1. See sand eel
   another name for the sand eel

Word History and Origins

Origin of launce¹

First recorded in 1615–25; variant of lance ²

Example Sentences

Mr. Ponsonby's Launce, too, was capital, carefully thought out and consistently rendered.

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After a run to St. Launce's she always had a feed of corn to support her on the return journey.

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Natalie's smartly-slippered foot felt its way cautiously inch by inch over the carpet till it touched Launce's boot.

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At the same moment Natalie laid down her knife and softly touched Launce under the table.

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The locker was a broad one; Launce was able to seat himself partially behind her.

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