lap

²lap

verb

Definition of LAP

1

to lie over parts of one another <the armadillo's plates lap tightly so as to form a protective shield>

Synonyms lap, overlay, overlie, overspread

Related Words shingle

2

to surround or cover closely <this recording of the symphony is sure to lap listeners in stereophonic bliss>

Synonyms bosom, bower, circumfuse, cocoon, embosom, embower, embrace, enclose (also inclose), encompass, enshroud, enswathe, envelop, enwrap, invest, involve, lap, mantle, muffle, shroud, swathe, veil, wrap

Related Words curtain, drape; embed (also imbed), encase; swaddle; blanket, overlay, overspread; camouflage, cloak, disguise, mask; circle, encircle, enlace, enwind

Near Antonyms bare, denude, expose, strip