licking

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: lick-ing (2)

English Definition

Passing the tongue over something, or a severe defeat.

Example Sentence

The dog was licking its owner's hand.

US IPA /ˈlɪkɪŋ/

UK IPA /ˈlɪkɪŋ/

lapping tasting beating thrashing

feeding spewing