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lip

/lɪp/
noun

  1. Either of the two fleshy protrusions around the opening of the mouth.

    Similar: labium

  2. A part of the body that resembles a lip, such as the edge of a wound or the labia.

    Similar: labium

  3. (by extension) The projecting rim of an open container; a short open spout.

    Similar: edge, rim, spout

Synonymsbackchat, cheek (informal), impudence, rudeness, edge, rim
verb

  1. To touch or grasp with the lips; to kiss; to lap the lips against (something).

  2. (of something inanimate) To touch lightly.

  3. To wash against a surface, lap.

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