Present participle for to imbibe or consume by licking or slurping
“We saw a big, shaggy bear with its tongue hanging out, ready to lap up the delicious wild honey he was smelling.”
Present participle for to enjoy or delight in
“His first trip there had been meant only as a diversion, a chance to lap up the luxurious lifestyle of a very rich new friend.”
Present participle for to eagerly believe something, especially untruths
“I realized once again what a fool I'd been to lap up her lies.”
Present participle for to accept something willingly or gladly
Present participle for to flow (noisily) in a stream
(welcome in) Present participle for to officially celebrate the coming or arrival of
(of food) Present participle for to consume or get through the final amount or portion of
Present participle for to have as a belief or opinion
Present participle for to consume a liquid
Present participle for to accept as satisfactory or conforming to the required standards or rules
Present participle for to enjoy oneself or celebrate in a noisy or boisterous way
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