Main Entry: ¹lav·ish

Pronunciation: \ˈla-vish\

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English laves, lavage, probably from Middle French lavasse, lavache downpour of rain, from laver to wash — more at lavage

Date: 15th century

1 : expending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
2 a : expended or produced in abundance b : marked by profusion or excess

synonyms see profuse

— lav·ish·ly adverb

— lav·ish·ness noun