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lip

Pronunciation: [lɪp]

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Learn how to use lip in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “body part”

(noun) the soft, outer part of your mouth. It’s the part that you can see and touch. Lips help you eat, talk, and smile.

Example

She smiled at me, showing her bright lips.

Example

His lips were so dry that they started to crack.

Example

How are your lips feeling after being outside in the wind?

Context: “speech or conversation”

(noun) words that someone says; it's often used when referring to talking or expressing opinions. When someone speaks, they use their lips to form the words.

Example

He gave me his honest lip about the situation.

Example

She didn't want to hear his lip anymore after the argument.

Example

What did you hear him say with his lip?

Context: “communication”

(verb) to speak or say something, especially in a way that might be unkind or disrespectful. When someone lips, they are often talking back.

Example

She lipped her thoughts clearly instead of just nodding.

Example

He didn't lip any disrespectful comments during the meeting.

Example

Did you lip your opinion in the discussion?

How to pronounce lip

Pronunciation: [lɪp]

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