lip

//lɪp//
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Noun

lipSingular
lipsPlural
1

Either of the two fleshy, movable folds of tissue that form the upper and lower edges of the mouth opening in humans and many animals.

She applied lipstick to her lips.

2

The edge or rim of a hollow container or opening, such as a cup, pitcher, or crater.

She wiped the lip of the cup before drinking.

3

Impudent or disrespectful talk; insolence or backtalk.

Don't give me any lip!

Verb

1

To touch or kiss with the lips.

He gently lipped her forehead.

2

To form words with the lips silently or barely audibly; to mouth.

She lipped the words to the song.

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