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lap Antonyms

Opposite of lap

Because the opposite of lap shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To overtake a slower competitor in a race by one or more complete circuits of the track.

Usage Example

"The lead cyclist managed to trail several riders before reaching the finish line."

Strong
trail
lag

• verb (Context 2)

To fold, wrap, or project partially over something else.

Usage Example

"Each wooden shingle is designed to unfold slightly over the one below it to keep out the rain."

Strong
unfold
unwrap

Similar words to lap

Words similar to lap shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

leg
circuit
overlap
stage
lick
wash
stretch
splash
See all synonyms of lap

• Nearby Words

lankily
lankiness
lanky
lap
lapdog
lapelled
lapse

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Lap. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/lap
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