lip

A2
Pronunciation
/lɪp/
Noun
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

Either of the two fleshy protrusions around the opening of the mouth.

Synonyms
labium
2 Definition

A part of the body that resembles a lip, such as the edge of a wound or the labia.

Synonyms
labium
3 Definition

(by extension) The projecting rim of an open container; a short open spout.

Synonyms
edge rim spout
4 Definition

Backtalk; verbal impertinence.

Synonyms
backchat cheek (informal) impudence rudeness
Example Sentences
  • Don’t give me any lip!
5 Definition

The edge of a high spot of land.

6 Definition

The sharp cutting edge on the end of an auger.

7 Definition

One of the two opposite divisions of a labiate corolla.

8 Definition

The distinctive petal of the Orchis family.

9 Definition

One of the edges of the aperture of a univalve shell.

10 Definition

Embouchure: the condition or strength of a wind instrumentalist's lips.

Verb
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

To touch or grasp with the lips; to kiss; to lap the lips against (something).

2 Definition

(of something inanimate) To touch lightly.

3 Definition

To wash against a surface, lap.

4 Definition

To rise or flow up to or over the edge of something.

5 Definition

To form the rim, edge or margin of something.

6 Definition

To utter verbally.

7 Definition

To simulate speech by moving the lips without making any sound; to mouth.

8 Definition

To make a golf ball hit the lip of the cup, without dropping in.

9 Definition

To change the sound of (a musical note played on a wind instrument) by moving or tensing the lips.