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lather

/ˈlæ.ðə(ɹ)/ /ˈlæðɚ/

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noun

The foam made by rapidly stirring soap and water.

Examples :

"The barber applied a thick lather to my dad's face before shaving him. "

substance material

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noun

Foam from profuse sweating, as of a horse.

Examples :

"The horse's heavy exertion produced a thick lather on its sides. "

animal physiology

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noun

A state of agitation.

Examples :

"The lather of excitement in the classroom was palpable as the student's project was revealed. "

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verb

To cover with lather.

Examples :

"Before shaving, he lathered the razor with soap. "

body appearance

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verb

To beat or whip.

Examples :

"The chef needed to lather the eggs and cream together until they were light and fluffy for the mousse. "

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verb

To form lather or froth, as a horse does when profusely sweating.

Examples :

"The tired horse lathered heavily after the long race. "

animal physiology