Lieblich

adjective

Lieb·​lich

ˈlēplik,

-iḵ

: with small pipes and a sweet tone

—used in the names of organ stops

Lieblich gedeckt

Word History

Etymology

German, pleasant, charming, attractive, from Middle High German lieplich friendly, affectionate, pleasure, from liep dear, beloved (from Old High German liob) + -lich -ly

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