Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lap

noun/verb
/læp/
Definition
The upper side of the legs when a person is sitting down.
Examples
  • She placed her book on her lap as she read.
  • He had to lap the water quickly to cool down.
Meaning
The part of the body formed by the upper legs of a person when seated, often used in expressions or activities like holding something or resting on it.
Synonyms
  • thigh
  • knees
  • fold