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lath·er

lather

pronunciation:: lae thr
parts of speech:: noun, verb

part of speech:	noun
definition 1:	foam made by soap or detergent mixed in water. synonyms: foam, froth similar words: bubbles, scum, suds
definition 2:	foam-like sweat on a horse or other animal during heavy work or exercise. synonyms: foam similar words: froth, perspiration, sweat
related words:	bubble, foam, turmoil

part of speech:	verb
inflections:	lathers, lathering, lathered
definition 1:	to form a lather. The new shampoo lathers well. synonyms: foam, froth
definition 2:	to coat or cover with lather. He lathered his face before he shaved. synonyms: soap similar words: cream, froth
derivations:	lathery (adj.), latherer (n.)

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