lather

/lˈaðə/

/ˈɫæðɝ/

Lather

the thick, foamy substance formed when soap or shampoo is mixed with water during the process of washing

synonyms : soapsuds

the foam resulting from excessive sweating (as on a horse)

a workman who puts up laths

agitation resulting from active worry

synonyms : fret

to lather

MAIN VERB

to create a frothy or soapy foam by vigorously rubbing soap or shampoo with water

synonyms : soap

form a lather

beat severely with a whip or rod

synonyms : flog

exude sweat or lather

Examples

1. - You guys really lather on that ketchup.

2. Use 1 pump of soap rub hands together, lather up!

3. I like lather on my face.

4. Work the lather across the upper surface of the boots.