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leesome

adjective (1)
lee·some | \ ˈlēsəm \

Definition of leesome 

(Entry 1 of 2)

Scottish

: pleasant, delightful

leesome

adjective (2)
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Definition of leesome (Entry 2 of 2)

Scottish

: lawful, just

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History and Etymology for leesome

Adjective (1)

Middle English lefsum, from lef dear + -sum -some

Adjective (2)

Middle English lefsum, from leve leave + -sum -some

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