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liken

verb lik·en \ˈlī-kən\

lik·enedlik·en·ing \ˈlī-kə-niŋ, ˈlīk-niŋ\

Definition of LIKEN

transitive verb

: compare

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First Known Use of LIKEN

14th century

Related to LIKEN

Synonyms: analogize, assimilate, bracket, equate, compare

Antonyms: contrast

Rhymes with LIKEN

lichen, Steichen

LIKEN Defined for Kids

liken

verb lik·en \ˈlī-kən\

lik·enedlik·en·ing

Definition of LIKEN for Kids

: to describe as similar to : compare <They liken their car to a taxi.>

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