lap

noun
[L14519]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • singular : lap
  • plural : laps

Senses

  • circuit of a racecourse, field, large room, etc.
  • completion of a competitive circuit
  • top of legs on a sitting person

lap

verb
[L14520]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • simple present : lap
  • simple present, singular, third person : laps
  • simple past : lapped
  • present participle : lapping
  • past participle : lapped

Senses

  • gently rise and fall against a shoreline (water)
  • drink by dipping the tongue
  • pass a second time on a race track
  • apply the tongue to gently