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   lick

   /lɪk/

   verb

   • 1. pass the tongue over (something) in order to taste, moisten, or clean it: "he licked the stamp and stuck it on the envelope" Similar tonguewetmoistenwashcleantastelapslurp
   • ▪ (of a flame, wave, or breeze) move lightly and quickly like a tongue: "the flames licked around the wood" Similar flickerplayflickflitdartrippledance
   • 2. overcome (a person or problem) decisively: informal "all right Mary, I know when I'm licked" Similar overcomeget the better ofsolvefind an answer tofind a solution toconquerbeatquellcontrolgovernmastercurbcheckbridletame
   • ▪ beat or thrash (someone): "she stands tall and could lick any man in the place" Similar defeatbeatbestconquertrouncethrashroutvanquishovercomeoverwhelmoverpowerdestroydrubget the better oftriumph overprevail overgain a victory overwin over/againstworstsubduequashcrushinformal:slaughtermurderkillclobberhammerwhippastecrucifydemolishwipe the floor withmake mincemeat oftake to the cleanerswalk (all) overrun rings aroundstuffmarmalizeshellacskunkown
   • ▪ cut or knock someone or something down: West Indian "the boy was quiet, but if you cross he path, he lick you down"

   noun

   • 1. an act of licking something with the tongue: "Sammy gave his fingers a lick"
   • ▪ a quick movement of flame, water, etc.: "a tiny lick of flame flickered round the mouth of the flamethrower"
   • 2. a light coating or quick application of something, especially paint: informal "she needed to give the kitchen a lick of paint" Similar dabbitdropdashspottouchhintdribblesplashsprinkletricklelittleinformal:smidgentadOpposite lashings
   • ▪ an extremely small amount of something abstract: US "there's not a lick of suspense in the entire plot"
   • 3. a short phrase or solo in jazz or popular music: informal "cool guitar licks"
   • 4. a smart blow: informal "his mother gave him several licks for daring to blaspheme"
   • ▪ punishment, criticism, or heavy defeat: "you rejoice when you win and take your licks when you lose"

   Word Origin Old Englishliccian, of West Germanic origin; related to Dutch likken and German lecken, from an Indo-European root shared by Greek leikhein and Latin lingere.

   Derivatives

   • 1. licker noun

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › The_LickThe Lick - Wikipedia

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   Aug 11, 2024 · The Lick is a lick (a stock musical phrase) that has been used on numerous jazz and pop records and is part of several classical compositions, to the point that it has been described as "the most famous jazz cliché ever". [1]

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › take one's licksTake one's licks Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Aug 9, 2024 · Take the quiz. The meaning of TAKE ONE'S LICKS is to be subjected to harsh criticism. How to use take one's licks in a sentence.

4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › ClitorisClitoris - Wikipedia

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   Aug 11, 2024 · The internal anatomy of the clitoris, with the clitoral hood and labia minora indicated as lines. Most of the clitoris is composed of internal parts. Regarding humans, it consists of the glans, the body (which is composed of two erectile structures known as the corpora cavernosa ), the prepuce, and the root.

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   Aug 12, 2024 · John + Jules' college days were just the beginning of a love story defined by growth, resilience, and transformation. Through every challenge and triumph, th...

6. www.msn.com › en-us › sports10 Boston Celtics Greats Who Embody the Fighting Spirit ... - MSN

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   Aug 11, 2024 · Larry Bird. "The Hick from French Lick," Larry Bird, became a Celtics icon through his tenacity and work ethic. His fierce competitiveness and ability to perform under pressure, earning three NBA ...

7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › AmalekAmalek - Wikipedia

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   Aug 11, 2024 · In some rabbinical interpretations, Amalek is etymologised as am lak, 'a people who lick (blood)', [6] but most scholars regard the origin to be unknown. [ 7 ] Some Arabian stories mention an Arab tribe called "Amaliq" that existed at the time of Islamic Prophet Ishmael , [ 8 ] but it is not clear if this is the same tribe.

8. www.catster.com › cat-behavior › why-do-cats-lick-themselvesWhy Do Cats Lick Themselves So Often? 11 Vet-Reviewed Reasons for...

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   Aug 8, 2024 · Cat's mainly lick themselves to stay clean, but there are more reasons to lick than the occasional bath. We dive into what causes this behavior.