- plural of louse.
lice
Example Sentences
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She also taught the fathers basic hair-care techniques, including shampooing, detangling, checking for lice and how to tie ponytails and braids.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 19, 2026
While starving and battling lice, the young women distracted themselves by fantasizing about food.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
The latter is transmitted by lice and produces alternating periods of fever and recovery.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 26, 2025
Hundreds of parasites have the ability to infect humans, including lice, mites and ticks.
From Salon ● May 18, 2025
Every surface in the house probably has lice on it, the couch and chairs and Mrs. Grote.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
