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   Lick

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   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. defeat (someone) comprehensively: informal "all right Mary, I know when I'm licked" Similar overcomeget the better ofsolvefind an answer tofind a solution toconquerbeatquellcontrolgovernmastercurbcheckbridletame
   • ▪ thrash: "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

   noun

   • 1. an act of licking something with the tongue: "Sammy gave his fingers a long lick"
   • ▪ a quick movement of flame, water, etc.: "a tiny lick of flame flickered around the mouth of the flamethrower"
   • 2. a light coating or quick application of something, especially paint: informal "all she'd need to do to the kitchen was give it 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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   What does Lick mean?

   • • LICK(noun) Sense 1 Meaning: A salt deposit that animals regularly lick Classified under: Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made) Synonyms: lick; salt lick

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   What does licked mean in slang?

   • 1. To pass the tongue over or along: lick a stamp. 2. To lap up: The cat licked the milk from the bowl. 3. To lap or flicker at like a tongue: The waves licked the sides of the boat. 4. Slang a. To beat or thrash. b. To defeat soundly: licked their rivals in lacrosse. c. To deal with effectively; overcome: licked her weight problem.

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   What does get/knock/Lick mean?

   • get (someone or something) into shape get/knock/lick somebody/something into shape give (something) a lick and a promise have a lick of the tar brush if you can't beat 'em, join 'em If you can't beat them, join them If you can't lick 'em, join 'em knock (someone or something) into shape

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   What is the sense of Lick?

   • The noun LICK has 3 senses: 1. a salt deposit that animals regularly lick. 2. touching with the tongue. 3. (boxing) a blow with the fist. Familiarity information: LICK used as a noun is uncommon.

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3. www.merriam-webster.com › sentences › lickExamples of 'Lick' in a Sentence | Merriam-Webster

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   May 3, 2024 · verb. noun. How to Use lick in a Sentence. lick. 1 of 2 verb. Definition of lick. Synonyms for lick. The dog licked at the plate. The cat licked the milk off her paws. She licked the sauce off her finger. He licked the stamp before putting it on the envelope. Flames were already licking at the ceiling. Flames were already licking the ceiling.

4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › lickedLicked - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   2 days ago · licked. Definitions of licked. adjective. having been got the better of. “I'm pretty beat up but I don't feel licked yet”. synonyms: defeated. beaten or overcome; not victorious.

5. bluesguitarunleashed.com › blog › making-a-lick-fromMaking A Lick From 3 Moves – Blues Guitar Unleashed Blog

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   May 17, 2024 · Making A Lick From 3 Moves. In this video we’ll take all three of those moves I showed you, and put them together into a lick…. And you’ll see that it’s not very hard to do. In some instances I might add a note, but you don’t always have to! If you like this, check out the Beginning Blues Guitar Soloing course on the course catalog.

6. www.humanesociety.org › news › usda-moves-end-cruelUSDA moves to end the cruel “Big Lick” for horses

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   Apr 29, 2024 · Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a long-awaited final rule that would help end horse soring, an extremely cruel practice in which trainers secretly and deliberately cause intense pain to show horses to produce the “Big Lick,” an exaggerated, high-stepping gait rewarded by judges in some show circuits of Tennessee walking ...

7. www.berrypatchfarms.net › why-do-lions-lick-their-preyWhy Do Lions Lick Their Prey? - Berry Patch Farms

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   4 days ago · In summary, lions lick their prey for several key reasons. They hydrate with blood and fluids, groom the fur off the carcass for easier eating access to meat, and leave territorial marking scents from their saliva to lay claim over the kill. Better understanding this eccentric lion behavior sheds light on the instincitive survival strategies ...

8. highlandcanine.com › blog › why-do-dogs-lick-peopleWhy Does Your Dog Lick You (And Themselves)? | Highland ...

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   May 16, 2024 · There are a few reasons why your dog my be licking themselves: Your dog is self-grooming. If your dog is licking their paws or other areas of their fur, they may be trying to remove dust, dirt or other particles from their body. If they have recently been out to potty, they may feel the need to clean themselves.

9. oldtimemusic.com › w3 › the-meaning-behind-the-songThe Meaning Behind The Song: Lick by Offset - Old Time Music

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   May 4, 2024 · On “Lick,” Offset raps about how he used to be broke and how he became rich. The track’s title is used as slang for an easy way to make money. In this article, I will delve deeper into the meaning behind the lyrics of this song and share some of my personal experiences with it.