1. plural of lap: the flat area formed by the upper legs when sitting
2. plural of lap: complete circuits around a track or course

1. third person singular present of lap: drinks by taking up liquid with the tongue
2. third person singular present of lap: moves ahead of a competitor by one or more complete circuits
3. third person singular present of lap: gently washes against something in small waves

Examples

• The children sat in their parents’ laps during the story.
• She completed ten laps around the track.
• The cat laps milk from its bowl.
• The faster runner laps the other competitors.
• The water laps against the shore.
• He finished five laps before taking a break.
• The dog laps water eagerly after its walk.
• The waves lap gently at the dock.