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lap

[læp]

lap Definition

  • 1the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person
  • 2a complete circuit of a racetrack
  • 3to take in (a liquid) by drinking

Using lap: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lap" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She sat on his lap.

  • Example

    He completed another lap around the track.

  • Example

    The cat lapped up the milk.

lap Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for lap

Phrases with lap

  • an extremely luxurious lifestyle

    Example

    After winning the lottery, they lived in the lap of luxury.

  • lap up

    to enjoy something very much

    Example

    He lapped up the attention he received after his performance.

  • to run or jog around a track or field

    Example

    After warming up, the team took a lap around the field.

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Summary: lap in Brief

The term 'lap' [læp] refers to the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person, as well as a complete circuit of a racetrack. It can also mean to take in a liquid by drinking. Phrases like 'lap of luxury' describe an extremely luxurious lifestyle, while 'lap up' means to enjoy something very much. 'Take a lap' means to run or jog around a track or field.

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