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noun

ˈla-t͟hər How to pronounce lather (audio)
Definition of lathernext
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as in foam
a light mass of fine bubbles formed in or on a liquid she worked the shampoo into a lather before rubbing it into the dog's coat

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as in sweat
a state of nervous or irritated concern he worked himself into a lather waiting for the results of the test

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lather

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verb

as in to lick
to strike repeatedly the farmer lathered the recalcitrant mule

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Recent Examples of lather
Noun
The gel-like formula lathers easily to lift away dirt, oil, and buildup, giving curls a more polished finish and creating a better base for styling products throughout the day. — Aimee Simeon, Glamour, 7 May 2026 Charles seemed highly strung and petulant, getting himself in a lather about the loss of a cufflink just before the pre-wedding ball at Buckingham Palace. — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
Verb
Some people use shampoo and conditioner daily, while others prefer to lather up a couple of times a week. — Erica Sweeney, Time, 27 May 2026 Simply lather a thick coating of petroleum jelly onto the scratch. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for lather
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lather
  1. foam
  2. sweat
  3. lick
  4. surf
  5. huff
  6. lash
  7. panic
  8. whip
Noun
  • Despite their sleek silhouette, these flats are built with layers of latex and foam cushioning to absorb impact and keep your feet comfortable throughout the day.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
  • The blaze burned for eight days beginning June 17 and involved solar panels, insulation foam and other industrial materials.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
Definition of foam
Noun
  • The combination of heat and high humidity feels insufferable and dangerous because the human body can't cool off as effectively when sweat stays on the skin.
    — Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • Foad adds that the idea of eliminating toxins comes from sweat washing away trace amounts of heavy metals from the skin, rather than flushing toxins from inside the body.
    — Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Definition of sweat
Verb
  • In the end, none of them were fit to lick the boots of Arnold Schwarzenegger's T-800.
    — Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 July 2026
  • But the Carolinas have their own ways of making barbecue finger-licking.
    — Amethyst Ganaway, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026
Definition of lick
Noun
  • Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf and NEVER turn your back on the ocean.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026
  • Everywhere, in big cities and small towns, there’s an increase in the adultification of children, even the well-off ones, even the ones raised by gentle parents, even the ones with skate and surf camps, guitar lessons, and college funds.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026
Definition of surf
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  • Devers walked back to the dugout in a huff.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
  • David walks out of the kitchen and Moira huffs and takes his spot over the pot.
    — Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Definition of huff
Verb
  • Ukrainian officials have warned residents to guard against further strikes as Russia lashes out.
    — Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 2 July 2026
  • Many on the right lashed out at conservative justices who joined the majority decision.
    — Zac Anderson, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Definition of lash
Noun
  • Messaging is also critical, given the impact of panic-buying.
    — Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • By then, CrowdStrike had fallen to the $90s, as panic had repeatedly ensued.
    — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 5 July 2026
Definition of panic
Verb
  • Scotland carried the ball for 13 phases to enter Argentina's 22 and Hutchinson whipped an accurate long pass to Tuipulotu on the right wing who scored untouched.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
  • Olise kept his intentions hidden to the last, shaping up to cross the ball to the back post before sharply turning his hips and whipping his pass into the goalscorer’s path, breaking two defensive lines along the way.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 4 July 2026
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