lily-livered crossword clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "lily-livered" can be 6 letters long and can be one of the following:

afraid

coward

** craven**

yellow

The word "lily-livered" is an old English expression that means "cowardly" or "lacking courage". It is believed to come from the belief that lilies are weak and pale, and that people with lily-livers are similarly weak and cowardly.

The word "lily-livered" can be used to describe someone who is afraid to do something, or who lacks the courage to stand up for themselves. It can also be used to describe someone who is weak and indecisive.

Here are some example sentences using the word "lily-livered":

"The lily-livered coward refused to fight."

"The lily-livered politician waffled on the issue."

"The lily-livered child was afraid of the dark."

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