lick Synonyms
Another word for lick
• noun (Context 1)
An act of passing the tongue over something in order to taste, moisten, or clean it.
"The puppy gave her hand an affectionate lap as soon as she walked through the door."
• verb (Context 2)
To pass the tongue over a surface, object, or food in order to taste, moisten, or clean it.
"She had to tongue the envelope to seal it before dropping it in the mailbox."
• noun (Context 3)
A very small amount, degree, or application of something (used informally, often in negative contexts).
"His explanation did not make a shred of sense to the committee."
• verb (Context 4)
To move lightly and flicker over or touch something in a manner resembling a tongue (especially of flames or waves).
"Bright orange flames began to lap the dry branches in the campfire."
• verb (Context 5)
To defeat decisively or overcome a difficult problem or opponent (used informally).
"After weeks of troubleshooting, the engineering team finally managed to beat the software glitch."
• noun (Context 6)
A short, recognizable solo phrase or improvised musical pattern played on an instrument, especially in jazz, blues, or rock music.
"The guitarist practiced a complex blues riff before the evening concert."
• noun (Context 7)
An exposed natural deposit or artificial block of salt or other minerals that animals regularly visit to lick for essential nutrients.
"The wildlife photographer set up a camera near the natural mineral salt lick to observe the deer."
Opposites of lick
The opposite of lick shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: