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Uncommonlicking
The correct spelling is licking.
How to pronounce licking
verb
IPA: /ˈlɪkɪŋ/
Say it like: Lik-ing
The correct spelling is licking. To stroke with the tongue. For example: "The cat licked its fur."
Usage Examples
“The cat licked its fur.”
“She licked the last of the honey off the spoon before washing it.”
“My dad can lick your dad.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To stroke with the tongue.
- 2.To lap; to take in with the tongue.
- 3.To beat with repeated blows.
- 4.To defeat decisively, particularly in a fight.
- 5.To overcome.
noun
- 1.An act of licking.
- 2.A severe beating.
- 3.A great loss or defeat.
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