lapped Add to word list past simple and past participle of lap (Definition of lapped from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

1. a. To place or lay (something) so as to overlap another: lapped the roof tiles so that water would run off. b. To lie partly over or on: each shingle lapping the next; shadows that lapped …

Their cat was lapping milk from a dish. The dog lapped at the water in the puddle.

He knows they are red meat for his base that lapped up the attacks during the campaign.

Sep 27, 2024 · Adjective [edit] lapped (not comparable) Being one or more complete laps behind the leader in a race.

Lapped definition: Past tense of to <a>lap</a>.

Definition of lap verb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. [intransitive] (of water) to touch something gently and regularly, often making a soft sound. The waves lapped around …

Examples The dog lapped up the water from the bowl. The waves lapped against the shore, creating a soothing sound. She lapped her ice cream quickly before it melted.

lapped definition: having overlapping edges or layers. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, and related words. Discover expressions like "fairly lapped it up".

(of water) to wash against or beat upon (something) with a light slapping or splashing sound: [no object] The water lapped gently. [~ + object] The waves lapped the shoreline.