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lather - What does it mean?

Definition of 'lather'

English

Etymology 1

From (etyl) lather, from (etyl) . More at (l).

Noun

  • The foam made by rapidly stirring soap and water.
  • Foam from profuse sweating, as of a horse.
  • A state of agitation.
  • Derived terms
    * in a lather * lathery

    Etymology 2

    Frm (etyl) . See above.

    Verb

    (en-verb)
  • To cover with lather.
  • To beat or whip.
  • To form lather or froth, as a horse does when profusely sweating.
  • Derived terms
    * (l)

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