"lack-looks" meaning in All languages combined

See lack-looks on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: From lack + looks. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|lack|looks}} lack + looks Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} lack-looks
  1. (obsolete) An unattractive person. Tags: obsolete Categories (topical): Appearance, People Synonyms: unattractive person, lacklooks

Alternative forms

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