Label

To dream that you are putting labels on items, denotes that your need for organization and order. It may also indicate that you are too quick to label something and pigeon hole it. 

To see or read labels in your dream, signifies that you have unknowingly let an enemy see the inside of your private affairs, as a result of your carelessness and neglect.

To dream that something is mislabeled, indicates that you are looking at things the wrong way. Try another perspective.

Labor

To dream that you are laboring, suggests that you have goal that will take a lot of hard work to accomplish.

If you are a woman and dream that you are in labor, indicates your desire to be pregnant and to start a family.

Laboratory

To dream that you are in a laboratory, signifies that you are experimenting with  your inner feelings, beliefs, and fears. You are testing yourself or some relationship. Alternatively, you may be going through some sort of transformation.

Labyrinth

To see or dream that you are in a labyrinth, indicates you desires to get to the center of some issue or problem. Alternatively, it suggests that you are feeling trapped in some situation. You feel lost and that there is no way out.

Lace

To see lace in your dream, represents your sensuality and the  realization of your heart's desires. It may also indicate that you are being overly practical in some area of your life.

Ladder

To dream that you are climbing up a ladder, suggests that you have reached a new level of achievement. It is symbolic of prosperity, hard work and your efforts. Consider also the phrase of "climbing the social ladder" in which you have achieved a promotion, a higher status, more power, or an important goal.  Alternatively, it may indicate meditation and prayer. You are setting forth on  a spiritual path and higher awareness. Each rung of the ladder is indicative of a stage in your spiritual awareness. You may also be looking things from a different perspective. 

To dream that you are climbing down a ladder, suggests that you are escaping from your spiritual responsibilities. It is an indication of future disappointments.

To dream that you are walking under a ladder, signifies bad luck. Perhaps you are having regrets over a decision you made.

To dream that someone is holding a ladder for you, signifies that you will find success and rise to prominence with the support of others. 

To dream that you fall from a ladder, denotes the hardships, risks or failures you are faced with in your endeavors.

To see a broken ladder in your dream, indicates consistent failures in your undertakings. You may feel handicapped in pursuit of your goals.

To dream that you escape by means of a ladder, signifies that you will be successful after much struggle and obstacles.

**See The Meaning In Action: "Stuck At The Top"

Ladle

To see a ladle in your dream, signifies that children will be a great source of your joy and pride.

To see a broken ladle, denotes grief and sorrow in love.

Ladybug

To see a lady in your dream, is symbolic of good luck. It also signifies happiness at work.

Lagoon

To see a lagoon in your dream, denotes that there is a misunderstanding and doubt in what you are saying. Alternatively, it symbolizes stagnant emotions.

Lake

To see a lake in your dream, signifies your emotional state of mind. You feel restricted or that you are unable to express your emotions freely. Alternatively, the lake may provide you with solace, security, and peace of mind. If the lake is clear and calm, then it symbolize your inner peace. If the lake is disturbed, then you may be going through some emotional turmoil.

Lamb

To see a lamb in your dream, symbolizes deception. Lambs are also representative of all that is vulnerable, pure and innocent. Consider also the metaphor "as gentle as a lamb". 

To dream that you are holding a lamb in your arms, signifies some sacrifice.

Lame

To dream that you or someone is lame, signifies failure in realizing your hopes and desires and much disappointments. Ask yourself who or what is holding you back. You may have lost your confidence.

Lament

To dream that you lament a loss, is a bad omen signaling distress, illness, and struggle. Only after overcoming such adversity will you enjoy pleasure and personal gains.

Lamp

To see a lamp in your dream, symbolizes guidance, hope, inspiration, enlightenment and reassurance.

To see a broken lamp in your dream, suggests that you are shutting out those who are trying to help you. It is also symbolic of  misfortune and the approach of bad luck.

To see a lamp explode in your dream, suggests that you will make enemies with whom  used to be your friends.

To see a dimly-lit or unlit lamp in your dream, signifies that you are being overwhelmed by emotional issues. You have lost your ability to find your own way.

Lamppost

To see a lamppost in your dream, denotes that someone who you least expect will prove to be a great friend in your time of need.

Lampshade

To see a lamp shade in your dream, indicates a need for protection form some intense energy or power. You may be trying to hide or be less noticeable.

Lanai

To see or dream that you are in a lanai, indicates that you are open-mined and easy-going. You are receptive to new ideas. As a Hawaiian island, it may symbolize your need to escape and get away from your daily responsibilities.  Give yourself a vacation.

Lance

To see a lance in your dream, represents initiative and have set you sight on a direct goal or path. You have taken a stance. The lance is also symbolic of masculine power and may have phallic connotations.

To dream that you are wounded by a lance, denotes that you have made a poor judgment and is facing the consequences.

To dream that you break a lance, signifies that you will succeed in overcoming what was a seemingly impossible task.

Land

To see land in your dream, represents nurturance and you need to be grounded. You are seeking for a strong foundation and some sort of stability.

To see rocky or barren land, denotes failure in your undertakings.

Landing

To see the landing of an aircraft in your dream, signifies completion of a journey or some task. There may have been some issues in which you felt out of control in trying to handle but are now being grounded.

Landau

To dream that you are riding in a landau, signifies that you will meet a fun, light-hearted person who will bring you much pleasure.

To see an overturned landau in your dream, signifies that your pleasure will come to an abrupt end.

Landlord

To see your landlord in your dream, represents the part of yourself that is always in control. It refers to your rational and responsible side. Perhaps you need to show more restraint and control of the other aspects of your psyche.

Landscape

To dream of various landscapes in your dream, represents where you are in your life or in your relationships. How do you see yourself with respect to the rest of the world and those around you? According to Freud, the landscape symbolizes the human body.  A landscape with gentle contours symbolize the female body. Consider the feelings that the landscape invokes. 

To dream of ever changing landscapes, indicates psychological transitions or emotional progress. It represents the various stages in your life. Alternatively, it may be offering you various viewpoints in looking at the same idea or situation. Consider the symbolism of key elements in the landscape. 

Landslide

To see a landslide in your dream, represents emotions that you have been holding back for a long time. You are at the risk of emotional overload. Your emotions are erupting  in an unexpected or violent way.  The dream may also symbolize the stresses in your life and the responsibilities that rest on your shoulders.

Language

To dream that you are studying a language, denotes that you are having difficulties expressing your thoughts.

To hear foul language in your dream, signifies that you will soon find yourself in an embarrassing situation.

To hear or speak a foreign language in your dream, indicates a message from your unconscious that you do not yet understand.

Lantern

To see or carry a lantern in your dream, represents the feelings and wisdom that are radiating from within you. These qualities will serve to guide you through life's journey. 

Lap

To notice your lap in your dream, implies opportunities and/or problems. It may also indicate loneliness and loss.

To dream that you are sitting someone's lap, signifies that you will find stability and security after some difficult situations.

To dream that you are holding someone on your lap, denotes that you will be open to unfavorable criticism.

Lapis

To see a lapis in your dream, suggests that no one is perfect. You need to accept yourself with all your imperfections. Look within your own self. Alternatively, the dream represents success and divine power.

Laptop

To see or use laptop in your dream, suggests that you need to be able to reach out and communicate with others in any circumstance.

Lard

To see lard in your dream, denotes that you will have much gratification over your rise in fortune.

To dream that your hands are in melted lard, signifies disappointments and failure to achieve prominence within your social circles.

Large

*Please See Big.

Lark

To see larks flying in your dream, symbolizes high aspirations. If they fall during flight, then it indicates that you will be overcome with despair in the midst of your pleasure and joy.

To hear larks singing in your dream, foretells of success in business. You will find happiness in a change of environment.

To see a wounded or dead lark in your dream, denotes sadness and gloom.

To dream that you kill a lark, signifies a loss of innocence as a result of giving in to your urges and desires.

Larva

To see a larva in your dream, symbolizes a rebirth. You are undergoing some inner changes and transformation.

Las Vegas

To dream that you are in Las Vegas, refers to excess and  overindulgence.  You need to show some restraint in some area of your life.  Alternatively, it suggests that your good judgment is being clouded by all the emotional turmoil and chaos.

Laser

To see a laser in your dream, symbolizes clarity and truth. You are seeing and understanding things much more clearly.  Alternatively, it suggests that you need to focus your attention and concentrate on one task at a time.

Lasso

To dream that you are skillfully swinging a lasso, denotes contentment in love and happiness in your family affairs.

To dream that you signifies that you will be embarrassed.

To dream that you lasso an animal, signifies that you will succeed in gaining the heart of your true love.

Latch

To see a latch in your dream, signifies that you will receive an unwelcome appeal for aid.

To see a broken latch in your dream, signifies that you and a good friend will be in a major disagreement.

Late

To dream that you are late, denotes your fear of change and your ambivalence about seizing an opportunity. You may feel unready, unworthy, or unsupported in your current circumstances. Additionally, you may be overwhelmed or conflicted with decisions about your future. You feel time is running out and that you do not have time to accomplish all the things you want.

Latin

To dream that you are studying Latin, signifies that you will rise to a position of prominence and distinction.

Laudanum

To dream that you are taking laudanum, signifies weak-will and that you are easily persuaded and influenced by others.

To see your lover taking laudanum, denotes unhappiness and loss of a friend.

To dream that you prevent others from taking laudanum, denotes that you will create a lot of joy and pleasure for others.

Laughing

To dream that you are laughing, suggests that you need to lighten up and let go of your problems.  Don't put so much pressure on yourself. Laughing is also a sign of joyous release and pleasure. If you are being laughed at, then it indicates your insecurities and fears of not being accepted. 

To hear the cheerful laughter of children, denotes splendid joy and vital health.

To hear evil, demonic laughing in your dream, represents feelings of humiliation and/or helplessness.

Laundromat

To dream that you are at a laundromat, represents a transformation or cleansing.  You are ready to rid yourself of past hurts and looking forward to new changes.

Laundry

To dream that you are doing your laundry, suggests that you are cleaning up your act or change your image.  You are concerned about how you appear to others. 

To dream that you are having someone else do your laundry, denotes gossip.

To dream that you are sorting the laundry, indicates that you are trying to understand your own feelings and sorting your attitudes.

To see a laundry chute in your dream, suggests that you are not allowing others dictate how your should look or act.  Your mind is your own. Alternatively, it signifies your exploration of your unconscious and/or negative emotions.

Laurel

To see laurel in your dream, symbolizes success. You  have overcome a difficult task and are being rewarded for a job well done.

Lava

To see lava in your dream, signifies an expression of anger which you have kept inside for awhile.

**See The Meaning In Action: "Lava"

Lavender

To see lavender in you dream, indicates mysticism and spirituality.

Lawsuits

To dream that you are involved in a lawsuit, indicates feelings of guilt or fear of being caught. You have insecurities and concerns of being judged or criticized for your actions.

To dream that you are studying law, denotes that you will make a rapid rise in your chosen career path.

Lawn

To see a green lawn, represents hope, pleasure, and well-being.  You are in control and making steady and smooth progress.

To see a dead or brown lawn in your dream, signifies dissatisfaction with some aspect of your home life. You may also be too concerned about what other people think.

Lawn Mower

To see a lawn mower in your dream, suggests that you need to channel those negative thinking into positive energy. You need to keep your temper and attitude under control.

Lawyer

To see or dream that you are a lawyer, suggests that help is available to you if you ask. You need to put aside your pride and look upon others for their assistance. On a more direct level, it could mean that you are concerned with some legal issue in your waking life.

Laxative

To see or take a laxative in your dream, suggests that you need to let go of the emotional hurt and fears that you are still harboring inside. It is time to cleanse your body and spirits.

Lazy

To dream that you are feeling lazy, signifies that you will make a terrible error in a business deal resulting in bitter disappointments.

To dream that you lover is lazy, signifies that you will have many rocky and insecure love relationships.

Lead

To see lead in your dream,  indicates that there is a problem or issue that is burdening you. Perhaps a relationship or guilt is weighing you down.

To see a lead mine in your dream, denotes deceit.

Leader

To dream that you are a leader, represents you ability to assert your ideas and/or offer guidance to others. The dream may also be telling you that you are being too passive and need to take a more active role in a situation. Take more control over your life and behavior.

Leak

To see a leak in your dream, signifies great loss and distress for you. You are wasting your energy on fruitless endeavors. Alternatively, the dream may indicate some repressed feelings emerging from your unconscious. 

Leaping

To dream that you are leaping over an object, signifies that you will eventually achieve your desires and goals after some efforts and struggle.

*Please also see Jumping.

Learn

To dream that you are learning something, signifies your interest and never-ending quest in acquiring knowledge.

To dream that you are in places of learning, foretells that you will rise to distinction.

Leash

To dream that you are holding a leash, indicates a need for more control in your life.

To dream that you are wearing a leash, suggests that you need to show more restraint with regards to your sexual urges and desires.

Leather

To see or wear leather in your dream, represents toughness and ruggedness. You are seeking protection from the elements. It also refers to your instinctual and animalistic nature and thus have sexual connotations.

Leaves

To see leaves in your dream, signifies new found happiness and an improvement in various aspects of your life. It is symbolic of fertility, growth and openness. Alternatively, it represents a passage of time or highlight a certain period of time.

To see brown or withered leaves in your dream, signifies fallen hopes, despair, sadness and loss.

Lecture

To dream that you are giving a lecture, suggests that you are becoming somewhat of a bore. You may need to improve your communications skills. Alternatively, your dream may serve as a continuation of your intellectual thinking carried over from your waking hours.

Ledge

To dream that you are standing on a ledge, indicates that you are feeling tense, anxious and/or excited. Consider what direction you are looking? Up? Down? Straight Ahead? The direction to which you are looking relates to your viewpoint, whether it be an optimistic one, pessimistic one or realistic one. On a more positive note, this dream may signify a sense of freedom and liberation.

To dream that someone is standing on a ledge, denotes a sign of desperation and a cry for help.

Ledger

To dream that you are keeping a ledger, denotes that you will find yourself in a complicated situation that you will be left to combat on your own.  If the accounts are the ledger are in good standing, then it denotes that you situation will improve in the end. If the accounts on the ledger are worthless, then it signifies that you will suffer some losses in your situation.

To dream that you misplaced your ledger, signifies that your plans will not go accordingly as a result of your neglect.

To dream that there are errors in your ledger, denotes that you will be involved in some minor disputes and experience small losses.

Leeches

To see or be bitten by leeches in your dream, refers to something in your life that is draining the energy and vigor out of you.  The dream may refer to people, habits, or negative emotions that are sucking you out of your vitality. Alternatively, if your body is covered in leeches, then you are feeling disgusted by your own body or repulsed by something you have done.  

Leeks

To see a leek in your dream, symbolizes victory and protection. The dream may also be a metaphor for a "leak".  

Leeward

To dream that you are sailing leeward, denotes pleasant journeys.

Left

To dream of the direction left, symbolizes the unconscious and your repressed thoughts/emotions. It is an indication of passivity.

To dream that you are left behind, represents feelings of rejection or not fitting into a group. It may also highlight fears of not being able to keep up.   You are questioning your abilities and/or may not be utilizing your full potential.  If you left something or someone behind, indicates that you are ready to let go of the past and move forward.

Leftovers

To see or eat leftovers in your dream, symbolizes some sort of resentment that you are still clinging on to. It is time to let it go and let love in.

Legislature

To dream that you are a member of a legislature, denotes that you are boastful of your possessions and find that you have no real economic and social advancement.

Legs

To see your legs in your dream, indicate that you have regained confidence to stand up and take control again. It also implies progress and your ability to navigate through life. If your legs are weak, then you may be feeling emotionally vulnerable. 

To see someone else's legs in your dream,  represents your admiration for that person. You need to adopt some of the ways that this person does things.

To dream that you legs are wounded or crippled, signifies a lack of balance, autonomy, or independence in your life. You may be unable or unwilling to stand up for yourself. Perhaps you are lacking courage and refuse to make a stand. 

If you are a woman and dream that your legs are hairy, then it suggests that you domineering or that you dominate in the relationship.

To dream that one of your leg is shorter than the other, suggests that there is some imbalance in some aspect of your life. You are placing more emphasis and weight on one thing, while ignoring other important aspects that need attention as well.

To dream that you have three or more legs, denotes that you are undertaking too many projects than you can  handle. Unfortunately, you will find these projects to be unfruitful and a waste of time.

**See The Meaning In Action: "Wounded Leg"

Legumes

To see legumes in your dream, symbolizes small annoyances and minor problems.

Lei

To dream that someone is giving you a lie, signifies a welcoming, acceptance, and acknowledgement. The dream may also be a pun on "getting laid".

*Please also see Garland.

Lemmings

To see lemmings in your dream, suggests that you need to rethink the risks you are taking. It forewarns of some dangerous situation.

Lemonade

To dream that you are drinking lemonade, signifies that you will go to great lengths in pleasing others even at your own expense.

Lemons

To see a lemon in your dream, indicates something that is inferior in quality. Perhaps a situation or relationship has turned sour.

To eat or suck on a lemon in your dream, refers to your need for cleansing or healing.

To dream that you are squeezing a lemon, suggest your need to be more economical. 

Lending

To dream that you are lending money, represents your obligations to others.  Alternatively, it symbolizes the value of your support system.

To dream that others lend you things, indicates that you need to reevaluate and better manage your resources before your deplete them.  You may be on the path to dependency.

Lens

To see lens in your dream, symbolize the need for you to take a closer and better look at things. You need to concentrate and focus on a situation that has long been neglected.

Lentil

To see lentils in your dream, signifies that you surroundings are emotionally straining and unhealthful.

Leopard

To see a leopard in the wild in your dream, signifies that through persistent efforts, you will eventually overcome your difficulties. If the leopard is in a cage, then it suggests that you will overcome any obstacles.

To dream that you kill a leopard, suggests that you will definitely succeed in your projects.

To dream that a leopard is attacking you, signifies that you are overly confident in your success for the future and not realizing the difficulties and struggles that you need to endure.

To see the skin of a leopard in your dream, signifies that you have befriended a dishonest person who means you harm.

Leper

To see a leper in your dream, indicates rejected aspect of yourself that is unclean or unaccepted by society.  

Leprechaun

To see a leprechaun in your dream, suggests that you will reap the benefits and rewards of your hard work through perseverance and dedication. Alternatively, you may be trying to take the quick and easy path to success.

To dream that you are a leprechaun, refers to the mischievous aspect of your personality. 

Leprosy

To dream that you have leprosy, suggests that you are not utilizing your full potential. You are wasting away your talents and abilities.

Lesbian

To dream that you are a lesbian (but you are not in your waking life), signifies a union with aspects of yourself. It is symbolic of self-love,  self-acceptance, and passion. You are comfortable with your sexuality and femininity.  If, in your dream you abhor the notion of lesbianism, then it represents your fears and rejection of parts of your own sexuality.

If you are a lesbian in your waking life,  then the dream is simply a reflection of your own self.

Letter

To dream that you receive a letter, signifies a new opportunity or challenge. Alternatively, the letter represents a message from your unconscious mind. The contents of the letter may offer you some guidance in a current situation. Consider also how the letter may be a pun on "let her".

To tear up a letter in you dream, symbolizes past mistakes and regrets in your life.

Letters

To see letters of the alphabet in your dream, symbolizes any object, animal, place associated with or resembling that particular letter.  For example, the letter "T" may refer to a type intersection in a road. Alternatively, you may still be trying to understand some concept or emotion that is still in the primitive stages.

Lettuce

To see lettuce growing in your dream, signifies that you will finally have a moment of pure bliss and pleasure. 

To dream that you are eating lettuce, signifies that jealousy will cause a major rift between you and your lover or friends.

To dream that you are planting lettuce, forewarns that you will be the cause of your own illness and premature death.

To dream that you are buying a head of lettuce, signifies that you will experience a downfall that will be your own doing.

Leveler

To see or use a leveler in your dream, symbolizes balance and harmony. Everything is in alignment.  The dream may also suggest that you need to look at things from a different level in order to gain a new perspective.

Levitation

To dream that you are levitating, signifies that you are holding on to far-fetched ideas and need to grasp on to more realistic notions. Alternatively, you may be cut off from feeling grounded and safe. It represents a feeling of being disconnected with those around you and feeling helpless.

Liar

To dream that someone is calling you a liar, denotes that you will be irked by some deceitful person.

To dream that you are lying, suggests that you are trying to deceive yourself into believing in something that goes against your natural instincts or long held values. Ask yourself what are you hiding from yourself or from others.

To dream that someone is a liar, indicates your growing distrust for that person. You may have lost your faith in that individual. Alternatively, it suggests that you are no longer as confident.

To dream that you lover is a liar, forewarns that your disagreeable disposition will turn valued friendships away.

Librarian

To see or dream that you are a librarian, indicates a creative and knowledgeable mind.

Library

To dream that you are in a library, signifies the search for knowledge and the hunger for ideas. You may be trying to seek out new meanings in life or you need to study and evaluate your situation before taking action. If the library is disorganized, suggests that too much information is coming at you at the same time. You are having difficulty sorting it all out.

To see a library in your dream, symbolizes the knowledge you have accumulated over the years. 

Lice

To see lice in your dream, signifies frustrations, distress and feelings of guilt. You may also be feeling emotionally or physically unclean. Alternatively, the lice my represent a person, situation, or relationship that you want to distance yourself from. You may be feeling used or taken advantage of.

License Plate

To see a license plate in your dream represents liberty and freedom to run your own life. 

Lick

To dream that you are licking something, signifies your tendency to be cautious before proceeding on to new situations or adventures. Alternatively, it may also represent satisfaction in some minor matters. 

To dream that you are licked by an animal, denotes that you will be called upon for advice.

Lie

*Please see Liar.

Life Jacket

To dream that you are wearing a life jacket, symbolizes security and reinforcement. You are in need of some support.

To dream that you are not wearing a life jacket, indicates that you want to approach your emotions and problems head on, despite the notion that it may be painful or uncomfortable.

Lifeboat

To see a lifeboat in your dream, suggests that you need help in coping with your emotions. You want to be rescued from a current situation that is beyond your control.

Lifeguard

To see or dream that you are a lifeguard, suggests that you are keeping your emotions well guarded. You may be seeking guidance and support while you carefully explore aspects of your unconscious.

Lift

To dream that you are being lifted, represents that you are rising above unpleasant conditions or issues.

Light

To see light in your dream, represents illumination, clear mind, guidance, plain understanding,  and insight. Light is being shed on a once cloudy situation or problem. You have found the truth to a situation or an answer to a problem.

To see a bright light in your dream, indicates that you need to move toward a higher level of awareness and feeling. Bright light dreams are sometimes common for those who are near death.

Light Bulb

To see a light bulb in your dream, suggests that you are ready to accept and/or face reality. It refers to your consciousness. The dream also symbolizes spiritual enlightenment, hope, new ideas and visions. You are approaching a situation in a new direction. 

Lighthouse

To see a lighthouse in your dream, signifies that you are seeking guidance during your times of hardships and turmoil.

Lightning

To see lightning in your dream, signifies sudden awareness, insight, spiritual revelation, truth and purification. Alternatively, lightning may imply a shocking turn of events. It suggests the many forces governing your life may be beyond your control and even destructive.

To dream that you are struck by lightning, symbolizes irreversible changes occurring in your life. It is a transformation of sorts.

Lilac 

To see lilac in your dream, indicates disappointments and rejection. Also you should not always rely on what you see or hear.

Lily

To see lilies in your dream, symbolizes tranquility, spirituality, faith, peace, purity, and bliss. It is connected with joy and mourning.

Lime

To see a lime in your dream, signifies that you will experience a temporary period of hard times  but you will arise from it with greater and richer prosperity than before.

Limousine

To see a limousine in your dream, indicates that you have an exaggerated sense of self-worth and self-importance. You may also feel the need to show off and impress others. In addition to the above, if the limousine is black, then it suggests that your are unwilling to make changes or yield to others. Alternatively, it may symbolize prestige, wealth, and power.

Limping

To dream that you are limping, refers to a lack of balance in some relationship in your life. You feel that the relationship is one-sided. Perhaps you feel that you are giving more than you are getting back or vice-versa.

Line

To see a line in your dream, symbolizes duality. It also relates to movement or non-movement. A line also represents limits and boundaries. And thus to dream that you are crossing a line, suggest that you are overstepping your boundaries or that you are moving beyond any limits.

To see a line of people or objects, indicates that you need to be more aware of some situation or relationship.

To dream that you are standing in line, indicates your need for patience. You should be prepared to wait for something and not have it right away.

Linen

To see or use linens in your dream, indicates that you need to slow down and appreciate the finer things in life. 

Lingerie

To dream that you are wearing lingerie, represents your sexual identity, body image and your self-esteem. You may finally be recognizing and acknowledging an aspect of yourself that was not previously expressed.

To dream that you are buying or shopping for lingerie, indicates that you are compensating for your inner feelings of emptiness. You may be trying to fulfill some sexual/emotional need. Alternatively, you may be seeking to change your image and attitude. You may feel one way on the inside but behave another way on the outside. 

*Please see also Underwear.

Lions

To see a lion in your dream, symbolizes great strength, aggression and power. You will overcome your emotions and/or difficulties. As king of the jungle, the lion also represents royalty, leadership, pride and domination. You have much influence over others.  You need to exercise some restraint in your own personal and social life. 

To dream that you are attacked by a lion, indicates that you have many obstacles to overcome. You must resist the force that is driving you to self-destruction.

Liposuction 

To dream that you have liposuction, represents your preoccupation with your physical shape and appearance. Alternatively, it suggests that you are taking drastic measures to rid yourself of all the responsibilities and things that are weighing you down. The dream may also refer to your anxiety about actual liposuction that you are having.

Lips

To see lips in your dream, signifies sensuality, sex, love, and romance. They are also seen as a means of communication as in the familiar phrase "read my lips". 

To dream that your lips are blue, indicates possible problems with your blood circulation and even death.

Lipstick

To buy, see, or wear lipstick in your dream, suggests that you are not entirely truthful about something.

Liquid

To see a liquid in your dream, represent some emotion that you need to confront and deal with. Consider the color of the liquid to pinpoint what emotion your dream may be highlighting.

List

To dream that you are making a list, suggests that you are worried about a problem or situation in your waking life.

Listen

To dream that you are listening to something, indicates that you need to pay more close attention to what you are being told and what you are seeing. Perhaps your dream is telling you to be more receptive towards the guidance/criticism of others. 

Litter

To see or dream that you litter, suggests that you need to prioritize and organize your ideas and aspects of your life. Your ideas may be lost in the clutter.

Little

*Please See Small.

Liver

To see yours or someone else's liver in your dream, suggests the possibility of a physical disorder. The dream forewarns that you need to reduce your alcohol consumption. You need to reevaluate your physical health and perhaps even go get a doctor's physical. Alternatively, it indicates that someone in your life who may not be looking out for your best interest at heart. You may be feeling belittled or angry.

Living Room

To dream that you are in the living room, represents the image that you portray to others and the way which you go about your life. It is representative of your basic beliefs about yourself and who you are.

Lizard

To see a lizard in your dream, signifies your primal instincts and reactions toward sex, food, etc. and your anxieties toward these feelings. The lizard can also be representative of a person who you view as cold-blooded, fearful, or thick-skinned. On a more positive note, the lizard also symbolizes emerging creativity, renewal, and revitalization. It may also suggest that you are well-grounded.

**See The Meaning In Action: "I'm A Lizard"

Llama

To see a llama in your dream, represents deep trust, strength and endurance. It may also mean that you are worrying too much and carrying too many problems.

Loan

To dream that you need a loan, signifies your worry over money matters. Alternatively, you may be too self-reliant and your dream is telling you that it is okay to ask for help and lean on the support from friends and family.

Lobby

To dream that you are in a lobby, indicates that you are trying to make something known.

Lobster

To see a lobster in your dream, represents strength and persistence. You will hold your own ground and overcome minor difficulties and problems. 

To dream that you are eating lobster, indicates that you will regain your confidence. 

Loch Ness Monster

To see a Loch Ness Monster in your dream, symbolizes disappointments or misunderstanding in some situation or relationship. You may be setting unrealistic goals and setting yourself up for failure.

Lock

To see a lock in your dream, signifies your inability to get what you want or being kept out. Perhaps an aspect of yourself is locked up inside and needs to be expressed.

To dream that a lock is accidentally shut around your wrist, suggests that you are debating on whether to be more open about your feelings or keep them to yourself. You feel that you are taking a major risk in letting your feelings known. 

Locked

To dream that you are locked out, suggests that you are feeling alienated or unaccepted. You have difficulties getting in touch with your feelings. Consider what and where you are being locked out of. 

Locker

To see or use a locker in your dream, signifies aspects of yourself which you have kept hidden inside. Consider what items and belongings are in the locker. In particular, to dream of a school locker, denotes hidden feelings, knowledge, and attitudes that you need to learn and/or acknowledge.

To dream that you cannot open a locker or that your forgot the combination, suggests that you are unsure of where you stand in a particular situation. You feel that you are on shaky ground. If you cannot find your locker, then it also symbolizes  your insecurities about your role or position in a situation.

Locker Room

To dream that you are in a locker room, suggests that you need time to cool off and calm down.  It also indicates that you are involved in some tough competition or overcoming an obstacle in your life. Perhaps you are trying to pursue a love interest. 

Locomotive

*Please See Train.

Locusts

To see locusts in your dream, signifies a lack of psychological nourishment. You may feel that your are lacking in creativity or that your creativity is being destroyed. Alternatively, it may represent cycles and transformation.

Logs

To see logs in your dream, represents unconscious ideas and a significant and meaning aspect of yourself.  Alternatively, it signifies a transformation. You are headed toward a new direction in your life.

To dream that you are sitting on a log, indicates personal satisfaction and joy in you life. 

To see a log floating in water, represents new opportunities. You may be overlooking something important.

Lollipop

To see or lick a lollipop in your dream, indicates surprises, new experiences and adventures. It also represents indulgence, sensuality and the pleasant aspects of life. Alternatively, the lollipop may be a pun for "sucker" and thus suggests that you need to proceed with caution in some relationship or situation.

Loneliness

*Please see Alone.

Long

To dream of anything long, refers to the penis and/or issues of power and prowess. It may reflect comparison or evaluation issues, how you and others may perceive you. Metaphorically, it may indicate that a situation or relationship has gone on too long.

Loom

To see or use a loom in your dream, represents your creative side and expressions of your individuality.  This dream symbol may be a metaphor for weaving your destiny.  You have control of your own fate and destiny.

Loon

To see a loon in your dream, suggests that you have the ability to dig deep and bring up unconscious wisdom. You are looking within yourself for answers. It is time for self-exploration, self-reflection and introspection. You need to get tot he bottom of some situation. The dream may also be a metaphor for someone who is "loony" or crazy.

Lorry

*Please See Truck

Lose

To dream that you lose something may mean that you really have misplaced something that you had not realized yet. It may also be a signal for you to clean out and reorganize your life. You have become overwhelmed and distracted with the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life. 

On a symbolic note, losing things in your dream may signify lost opportunities, past relationships or forgotten aspects of yourself. Your personal associations to the thing you lose will clue you into the emotional meaning and interpretation of your dream.

Lost

To dream that you are lost, suggests that you have lost your direction in life or that you have lost sight of your goals. You may be feeling worried and insecure about the path you are taking in life. Alternatively, you may be trying to adjust and get accustomed to a new situation in which the rules and conditions are ever changing.

To dream that someone else is lost, represents unresolved issues or feelings regarding the person that is lost. Consider also what aspect of that person you may have lost within your own self. Perhaps you need to recapture and re-acknowledge those aspects.

Lotion

*Please See Cream.

Lottery

To dream of playing the lottery, suggests that you are relying too much on fate instead of taking responsibility for your own actions/decisions. You need to reconsider some issue/situation before committing to it.

To dream that you win the lottery, represents your inner desires to live without having to worry about financial and material troubles.

Lotus

To see a lotus in your dream, represents enlightenment, growth, purity, beauty and expansion of the soul. The image of the lotus provides hope in dark and murky times.

Louse

Please See Lice.

Love

To dream of love of being in love, suggests intense feelings carried over from a waking relationship. It implies happiness and contentment with what you have and where you are in life. On the other hand, you may not be getting enough love in your daily life. We naturally long for the sense to belong and to be accepted. 

To see a couple in love or expressing love to each other, indicates much success ahead for you. 

To dream that your friend is in love with you, may be one of wish fulfillment. Perhaps you have developed have developed feelings for your best friend and are wondering how he or she feels. You are so preoccupied with these thoughts that it is evitable that it find its way into your dreaming mind. On the other hand, the dream may also suggests that you have accepted certain qualities of your best best friend and incorporated into your own character.

To dream that you are making love in public or in different places, relates to some overt sexual issue or need.  Your dream may be telling you that you need to express yourself more openly. Alternatively, it represents your perceptions about your own sexuality in the context of politic and social norms. You may be questioning your feelings about sex, marriage, love, and gender roles. 

Lover

To see a lover in your dream, symbolizes acceptance, self-worth, and acknowledgement of your true inner value. It may also indicate integration of masculine and feminine traits into yourself. You are feeling complete or whole. Your dream lover may also be someone who is your ideal. The dream could be compensatory for a unsatisfactory or unfulfilling relationship in your real life.

To dream of an old or former lover, signifies unfinished/unresolved issues related to that specific relationship. Your current relationship may be awakening some of those same issues.

Loveseat

*Please see Couch.

Low

To dream something or someone that is low, signifies something that is beneath you. You may be feeling superior or that you are above something or someone. Alternatively, the dream signifies something that you may have overlooked.

LSD

To dream that you take LSD, represents an awakening and expanded consciousness. You are looking at things from a new perspective.

Luggage

To see or carry luggage in your dream, symbolizes the many desires, worries, and needs that you are carrying with you and weighing you down. You need to reduce you desires and problems and alleviate the pressure you are putting on yourself. Perhaps you feel that you are being held back by past emotions or issues. Alternatively, luggage symbolizes your identity.

To dream that you lose your luggage, represents a lost in your identity. Consider how you feel when you discovered that your luggage is lost. If it is a positive reaction, then it signifies an opportunity for you to start fresh. If your reaction is negative, then it suggest that you are feeling lost.

Lumber

To see lumber in your dream, indicates your need for a fresh start and to reorganize your life. You may need to start over and rebuild. 

Lunatic

To see a lunatic in your dream, represents an acknowledged aspect of yourself. You may feel that your opinions and suggestions don't matter or are being ignored. You feel like an outsider. Alternatively,  you may feel that you have lost a person, situation, or relationship which you frequently depended on. 

Lungs

To see lungs in your dream, symbolize insight, creativity, and inspiration. Alternatively, lungs may indicate a stressful situation and refer to a relationship/situation in which you feel suffocated.

Lust

To dream of lust, suggests that you are lacking or feeling unfulfilled in  some aspect of your life. Alternatively, you  need to exercise some self-control.

Lute

To see or play the lute in your dream, symbolizes pureness and faith.

Lynching

To see a lynching in your dream, represents feelings of self-guilt.

Lynx

To see a lynx in your dream, symbolizes secrecy. There is more to be known and more to be learned. You need to expose and examine those secrets and learn from them. 

Lyre

To see al lyre in your dream, represents joy and harmony. The symbol may also be a pun on "liar".