Lap Definition & Meaning
lap
- noun
- the upper side of the thighs of a seated person; "he picked up the little girl and plopped her down in his lap"
- an area of control or responsibility; "the job fell right in my lap"
- the part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs; "his lap was covered with food stains"
- a flap that lies over another part; "the lap of the shingles should be at least ten inches"
- movement once around a course; "he drove an extra lap just for insurance"
- touching with the tongue; "the dog's laps were warm and wet"
- verb
- lie partly over or alongside of something or of one another
- pass the tongue over; "the dog licked her hand"
- move with or cause to move with a whistling or hissing sound; "The bubbles swoshed around in the glass"; "The curtain swooshed open"
- take up with the tongue; "The cat lapped up the milk"; "the cub licked the milk from its mother's breast"
- wash or flow against; "the waves laved the shore"
"Lap" in song lyrics
See how lap is used in real songs:
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"new ? sittin on Kevin Renald's lap"
3rd Bass — Flippin' Off the Wall Like Lucy Ball -
"The grind got us strapped with 9's on our lap"
504 Boyz — Moving Things -
"Push, back, push it in my lap"
Aceyalone f/ Zulu — Push
Words that rhyme with lap
Usage tips for "lap"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "lap" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for lap to find words that pair well.