Main Entry: ¹lap

Pronunciation: \ˈlap\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English lappe, from Old English læppa; akin to Old High German lappa flap

Date: before 12th century

1 a : a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment b archaic : the skirt of a coat or dress
2 a : the clothing that lies on the knees, thighs, and lower part of the trunk when one sits b : the front part of the lower trunk and thighs of a seated person
3 : responsible custody : control <going to drop the whole thing in your lap — Hamilton Basso>

— lap·ful \ˈlap-ˌfu̇l\ noun

— the lap of luxury : an environment of great ease, comfort, and wealth