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lapped

The correct spelling is lapped.

How to pronounce lapped

verb

Say it like: Lap-ped

The correct spelling is lapped. To enfold; to hold as in one's lap; to cherish. For example: "to lap a piece of cloth"

Usage Examples

to lap a piece of cloth

to lap a bandage around a finger

lapped in luxury

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To enfold; to hold as in one's lap; to cherish.
  2. 2.To rest or recline in a lap, or as in a lap.
  3. 3.To fold; to bend and lay over or on something.
  4. 4.To wrap around, enwrap, wrap up
  5. 5.To envelop, enfold

adjective

  1. 1.Being one or more complete laps behind the leader in a race.

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