luteotropin
- n gonadotropic hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary; in females it stimulates growth of the mammary glands and lactation after parturition
lutetium
- n a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; usually occurs in association with yttrium
lutfisk
- n dried cod soaked in a lye solution before boiling to give it a gelatinous consistency
luther
- n German theologian who led the Reformation; believed that salvation is granted on the basis of faith rather than deeds (1483-1546)
luther burbank
- n United States horticulturist who developed many new varieties of fruits and vegetables and flowers (1849-1926)