name
lil
lihl
name
1
A shortened, affectionate form of Lilian, Lillian, or Lily.
"Grandma always called her granddaughter Lil."
noun
1
Slang shorthand for a book or booklet (dated/informal usage).
"He kept a little lil of notes in his coat pocket."
How to Use Lil
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsually a nickname for Lilian/Lillian/Lily.
Word Forms
lils plural
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Etymology
A clipped, informal version of Lilian or Lillian.