Definition of «licking»

The verb form of the word "lick" means to touch or taste something with your tongue, often in a way that is gentle and affectionate. It can also mean to defeat someone easily or win by a large margin. In some contexts, it may refer to punishment given with a switch or cane, usually on the bare skin causing temporary pain for disobedience or wrongdoing.

Usage examples

  1. The dog was happily licking its owner's face as a sign of affection.
  2. After finishing their ice cream, the children were seen licking the remaining traces off their fingers.
  3. The cat spent hours grooming itself, meticulously licking every inch of its fur.
  4. The toddler couldn't resist licking the spoon after eating a spoonful of chocolate pudding.
  5. The athlete's lips were dry and cracked, so he kept licking them to moisturize them during the marathon.
  6. The chef was caught licking the spoon after tasting the delicious sauce he had just prepared.
  7. The baby giggled while licking their ice pop, enjoying the sweet and cold sensation.
  8. The doctor advised the patient to avoid licking their wounds to prevent infection.
  9. The ice cream melted rapidly under the hot sun, causing it to start dripping and the kids started licking it off their cones.
  10. The enthusiastic baker couldn't resist licking the cake batter off the mixing spoon before putting it in the oven.

Sentences with «licking»

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