lip

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A noun referring to either of the two soft, fleshy parts forming the opening of the mouth, or the edge of a container or opening.

1. Part of the mouthA1formal

   Either of the two fleshy parts that form the opening of the mouth.

   شفة

   • She bit her lower lip nervously.
   • He applied lip balm to his dry lips.
   • The baby's lips were stained with berry juice.

2. B1formal

   The projecting edge of a container or opening.

   حافة

   • The lip of the cup was chipped.
   • He poured the water carefully over the lip of the vase.
   • The glass had a thin gold rim on its lip.

   المرادفاتbrimedgeflangerimspout

3. Impudent talkB2informal

   Insolent or impertinent speech.

   وقاحة الكلام

   • Don't give me any lip, young man!
   • The student got detention for his lip in class.
   • She was known for her sharp lip when annoyed.

   المرادفاتback talkbackchatcheekfreshnessimpertinenceimpudenceinsolencemouthrudenesssasssauce