Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lamber

verb
/ˈlɛm.bər/
Definition
To lick or to lap up (as an animal does).
Examples
  • The cat began to lamber its paw after washing.
  • He watched the dog lamber the spilled food on the floor.
Meaning
The act of using the tongue to touch or taste a surface, often done by animals, but can also refer to human behavior in some contexts.
Synonyms
  • lick
  • lap
  • taste
  • nibble