Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lick
verb
/lɪk/
Definition
To pass the tongue over a surface in order to taste, moisten, or clean it.
Examples
- She took a lick of the ice cream before handing it to her friend.
- The cat licked its paw after washing its face.
- He gave the stamp a quick lick to stick it on the envelope.
Meaning
A quick, light touch or stroke with the tongue, often used in the context of tasting something.
Synonyms
- taste
- swipe
- caress
