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noun

ˈla-t͟hər How to pronounce lather (audio)
Definition of lathernext
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as in foam
a light mass of fine bubbles formed in or on a liquid she worked the shampoo into a lather before rubbing it into the dog's coat

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as in sweat
a state of nervous or irritated concern he worked himself into a lather waiting for the results of the test

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lather

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verb

as in to lick
to strike repeatedly the farmer lathered the recalcitrant mule

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Recent Examples of lather
Noun
Just add water, and you’re left with a luxurious liquid that produces a dense lather. — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 19 June 2026 Charles seemed highly strung and petulant, getting himself in a lather about the loss of a cufflink just before the pre-wedding ball at Buckingham Palace. — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
Verb
The bouncy, stretchy formula can be left on for a few minutes as a quick mask, lathered up as a cleanser, or both. — Sarah Felbin, Allure, 20 May 2026 White mineral buildup on fixtures, soap that won’t lather and a tight or filmy feeling after rinsing all point to hard water. — Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for lather
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lather
  1. foam
  2. sweat
  3. lick
  4. surf
  5. huff
  6. lash
  7. panic
  8. whip
Noun
  • Tempur-Pedic’s proprietary material is a body-conforming foam the brand uses for their popular mattresses, toppers, and pillows.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026
  • From Ancient Greek Sandals to Christopher Esber, these foam footbeds and jelly straps can handle sandy shores and poolside splashes, while being some of the easiest shoes to pack up.
    — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of foam
Noun
  • Since the days of the ancients, the dog days of summer have promised heatwaves, bug bites and quantities of sweat no antiperspirant can contain.
    — Colin Dwyer, NPR, 4 Aug. 2026
  • However, these sweat-proof, smudge-proof ingredients also mean that removing waterproof mascara requires extra care.
    — Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of sweat
Verb
  • Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien, 19, admitted to licking the straw and returning it to the vending machine while recording the act for his online followers.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
  • That means no tasting cookie dough made with raw eggs, no licking brownie batter off the beaters, and no homemade Caesar dressing made with uncooked yolks.
    — Angela Haupt, Time, 23 July 2026
Definition of lick
Noun
  • Sun, surf, and sand calls for a pair of sandals that slip on and off easily—you’ll be mostly barefoot, anyway.
    — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Every year, millions of people swim, surf, kayak and dive in the ocean off California.
    — Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of surf
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  • Devers walked back to the dugout in a huff.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
  • Not everyone feels the same way, however, and some progressive parents and staff are in a huff.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2026
Definition of huff
Verb
  • The president has responded to the MAGA criticism by lashing out repeatedly at dissenters, prompting Greene – once a top Trump supporter – not to run for reelection and Massie to lose his primary.
    — Zac Anderson, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Beijing lashed out, restricting vital commerce and the flow of Chinese tourists on which Japan – the world’s fourth-largest economy – depends.
    — Ann Scott Tyson, Christian Science Monitor, 29 July 2026
Definition of lash
Noun
  • Additionally, this language can quickly turn curiosity into accusation while urgency escalates into panic.
    — Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Signing Wissa for double their original bid smacked of panic.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of panic
Verb
  • Lesnar whipped Femi into the steel ring steps shoulder-first, but Femi returned the favor.
    — Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Prosecutors allege Williams and several other suspects held a victim against his will, pistol whipped him and stripped him of his belongings, Boyd said.
    — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
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