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lapfuls

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Main Entry:
1lap 
          Listen to the pronunciation of 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 barchaic : the skirt of a coat or dress2 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 person3: responsible custody : control <going to drop the whole thing in your lap — Hamilton Basso>
lap·ful 
          Listen to the pronunciation of lapful \ˈlap-ˌfl\ noun
the lap of luxury
: an environment of great ease, comfort, and wealth
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