Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
upper-lip
noun
ˈʌpər lɪp
Definition
The part of the lip that is situated above the lower lip, forming the upper section of the mouth.
Examples
- She applied lipstick carefully to her upper-lip before stepping out.
- The cold wind made his upper-lip feel numb.
- He smiled, revealing the faint scar on his upper-lip.
Meaning
The upper-lip is the fleshy boundary that forms the top part of the mouth, serving both functional and aesthetic purposes.
Synonyms
- top lip
- lip margin
