lip

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/lɪp/ English

Definitions

noun

Either of the two fleshy protrusions around the opening of the mouth.
A part of the body that resembles a lip, such as the edge of a wound or the labia.
(by extension) The projecting rim of an open container; a short open spout.
Backtalk; verbal impertinence.“Don’t give me any lip!”

verb

To touch or grasp with the lips; to kiss; to lap the lips against (something).
(of something inanimate) To touch lightly.
To wash against a surface, lap.
To rise or flow up to or over the edge of something.

Related words

Synonyms

backchat cheek (informal)impudence rudeness edge rim spout labium mouth brim sass backtalk sassing labial chin labia pil thread

Associated

arcuated revolute columella syncing varix adnate balm callus palate synced umbilicus arcuate

Rhymes

slip kinship quip fellowship grip rip trip kip companionship courtship

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