Definitions

1. noun

the act of touching the tongue to something

“She gave the dog a gentle lick on the forehead.”

2. verb

to touch the tongue to something, typically in order to taste or clean it

“He licked his finger to see if the cake was cool enough.”

3. verb

to clean or smooth something by applying a small amount of a liquid, typically glue or adhesive

“She licked the stamp to seal the envelope.”

4. verb

to take or get something quickly, often in a sly or secretive manner

“He tried to lick the last piece of pizza before anyone else noticed.”

5. verb

to strike or hit something with a quick, light movement, often as a threat or warning

“The snake’s forked tongue licked the air as it prepared to strike its prey.”

6. noun

a small amount of a substance, typically a liquid, applied to something

“The glue was too thick, so she added a little lick to thin it out.”