Lap
01
the act of licking or touching something with the tongue
例子
The dog took a quick lap of water from the bowl.
例子
The toddler climbed onto her father 's lap, seeking comfort and security.
幼儿爬上了她父亲的膝盖，寻求安慰和安全。
03
one complete circuit around a track or course
例子
The car completed the final lap in record time.
04
a situation or event that produces consequences or effects
例子
His words carried laps through the whole community.
05
a part that folds or lies over another, as in a garment, covering, or structural piece
例子
The metal sheets were joined with a one-inch lap.
06
the part of a garment covering the thighs
例子
She smoothed the lap of her skirt before sitting down.
07
an area or sphere of control, responsibility, or possession
例子
Success fell right into her lap.
to lap
01
to lie partly over or alongside something
例子
The edges of the metal sheets lapped slightly.
02
to touch with the tongue
例子
The dog lapped at the water eagerly.
03
(of liquid) to wash against, flow over, or strike lightly
例子
Water lapped against the boat.
04
to take up, consume, or absorb with the tongue
例子
He lapped the broth from the bowl.
05
to move with or cause to move with a whistling, hissing, or slapping sound
例子
Waves lapped noisily against the rocks.
