Synonyms for Lap (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (the part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs):
lap covering
WordNet sense 2 (a flap that lies over another part):
overlap
WordNet sense 3 (move with or cause to move with a whistling or hissing sound):
swish, swoosh, swosh
WordNet sense 4 (pass the tongue over):
lick
WordNet sense 5 (take up with the tongue):
lap up
WordNet sense 6 (movement once around a course):
circle, circuit
WordNet sense 7 (wash or flow against):
lave, wash
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