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Lap

(n) /læp/
Lap

Meaning

The flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person.

Pronunciation

UK læp

US læp

Example Sentences

  • Its name comes from lap, as it was deemed to be placed on a person's lap when being used.
  • The Pagani Huayra (not the BC) has the honor of the "fastest road-legal Top Gear lap ever" with a time of 01:13:08.
  • Your bag is on your lap.

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