lick
//lɪk//
Verb
lickInfinitive
lickPresent tense
lickedPast tense
lickedPast participle
lickingPresent participle
licksThird-person singular
1
To pass the tongue over a surface, typically to taste, moisten, or clean it.
The cat licked its paw to clean it.
2
To defeat decisively in a competition or fight.
Our team licked the opponents in the final match.
3
(Of flames, waves, etc.) to move lightly and quickly over a surface.
The flames licked at the wooden walls of the old house.
Noun
1
An act of passing the tongue over something.
The dog gave my hand a lick.
2
A small amount or quick application of something.
The room just needs a lick of paint.
3
A short phrase or solo in jazz or rock music.
The guitarist played an impressive lick during the solo.