-like

adjective combining form

: similar to or resembling

: like that or those of

Full Definition of -LIKE

: resembling or characteristic of <bell-like> <ladylike>

-LIKE Defined for Kids

adjective suffix

: resembling or characteristic of <doglike> <a balloon-like figure>

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