soap

A2
Pronunciation
/səʊp/
/soʊp/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

A substance able to mix with both oil and water, used for cleaning, often in the form of a solid bar or in liquid form, derived from fats or made synthetically.

Example Sentences
  • I tried washing my hands with soap, but the stain wouldn't go away.
2 Definition

A metallic salt derived from a fatty acid

3 Definition

Flattery or excessively complacent conversation.

4 Definition

Money, specially when used as a bribe.

5 Definition

A soap opera.

6 Definition

A solid masonry unit or brick reduced in depth or height from standard dimensions.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To apply soap to in washing.

Example Sentences
  • Be sure to soap yourself well before rinsing.
2 Definition

To cover, lather or in any other form treat with soap, often as a prank.

Example Sentences
  • Those kids soaped my windows!
3 Definition

To be discreet about (a topic).

4 Definition

To flatter; to wheedle.