Lam Definition

lam
noun
  1. a rapid escape (as by criminals); "the thieves made a clean getaway"; "after the expose he had to take it on the lam"
verb
  1. flee; take to one's heels; cut and run; "If you see this man, run!"; "The burglars escaped before the police showed up"
  2. give a thrashing to; beat hard

"Lam" in song lyrics

See how lam is used in real songs:

  • "Who else could it be with me and Geezy spinnin' that Lam'"
    Big Tymers f/ B.G. — Stuntastic
  • "For the peeps out the hood, and not living the lam"
    Buddha Monk & Da Manchuz f/ Grime — Baby Babe
  • "Name, marijuana Edali Lam"
    Camp Lo — China Soul

Words that rhyme with lam

Usage tips for "lam"

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