Words that start with L

Libra is a sign of the Zodiac. It is an air sign. You are a Libra if you are born between September 23rd and October 22nd.

A library is a place that has thousands of books, DVDs, videos, games and usually has computers too. Libraries are a great place to go when you are looking for information, or just a good book to read.

Lichens are not a single plant themselves, they are actually a fungus and algae growing together. The result, lichen, is completely different to both of its parts. Lichens can grow almost anywhere, but prefer to grow on tree branches or on bare rock. Lichen is often seen growing on gravestones, statues and roof tiles.

A lid is something that is used to keep a container of some sort closed. You see lids everywhere. Soda and soft drink bottles have lids, jars have lids, some boxes have lids, and even some furniture like trunks have lids.

You lift something when you raise it higher than it was before. The crane in the picture is lifting a heavy load. Lift is also another word for elevator.