lather

• Nom qui désigne la mousse formée par le savon ou un détergent mélangé à l'eau, ou l'écume due à une transpiration excessive, par exemple chez un cheval. Il peut aussi signifier un état d'agitation ou d'inquiétude, ou un ouvrier qui pose des bardeaux.

A noun referring to the froth or foam produced by soap or detergent when mixed with water, or the foam resulting from excessive sweating, such as on a horse. It can also refer to a state of agitation or worry, or a workman who installs laths.

1. Soap frothB1formal

   The frothy white foam produced by mixing soap or detergent with water.

   Mousse de savon

   • He worked up a thick lather with the shaving cream.
   • The soap produced a rich lather in the shower.
   • She rinsed the lather off her hands after washing.

   Synonymesfoamfrothsoapsudssuds

2. State of agitationB2informal

   A state of mental or emotional agitation, often caused by worry or excitement.

   État d'agitation

   • He got himself into a lather over the upcoming exam.
   • She was in a lather trying to finish the report on time.
   • Don't get into a lather about such a small problem.

   Synonymesagitationditherflusterfrenzypanicperturbationstatestewsweattizzy

3. Worker who installs lathsC2formalbritish

   A craftsman who installs laths (thin strips of wood) as a base for plaster or tiles.

   Lattier

   • The lather carefully nailed the wooden strips to the wall.
   • An experienced lather is needed for this restoration project.
   • The lather's work provides a solid base for the plaster.

4. Horse sweat foamC1formal

   The foam that appears on a horse's skin due to heavy sweating, especially after exercise.

   Écume de sueur du cheval

   • The horse was covered in lather after the long race.
   • The rider wiped the lather from the horse's neck.
   • A good gallop will often produce a light lather on the animal.

• Verbe signifiant couvrir de mousse ou de bulles, en particulier avec du savon et de l'eau; également former de la mousse.

A verb meaning to cover with foam or froth, especially by applying soap and water; also, to produce foam.

1. Beat severelyC1informal

   To strike or thrash someone or something repeatedly, often with a whip or rod.

   Rougir de coups

   • The old farmer threatened to lather the boy for stealing apples.
   • He was lathered by his father for his disobedience.
   • The cruel master would lather his horse when it slowed down.

   Synonymesbatterbeatbeltcaneclobberdrubfloglambastepoundpummeltanthrashwallopwhip

2. Form a foamB2formal

   To produce a thick, frothy foam, typically from soap or sweat.

   former de la mousse

   • The soap lathered easily in the warm water.
   • He lathered his hands before shaving.
   • The shampoo lathered into a rich foam.

   Synonymesfoamfrothsoapsuds

3. Exude sweatB2informal

   To produce sweat or foam, especially from exertion or heat, often used for animals.

   suer abondamment, mousser (de sueur)

   • The horse lathered heavily after the long race.
   • He was lathering with sweat after running for miles.
   • The dog lathered at the mouth from the heat.

   Synonymesperspiresudatesweat

4. Apply soapB1formal

   To rub soap all over something, usually for cleaning purposes.

   enduire de savon

   • She lathered her arms with soap in the shower.
   • He lathered the car with a sponge and soapy water.
   • Make sure to lather your hands thoroughly before rinsing.

   Synonymessoapsuds