Lather
/ˈlæðər/noun
A lot of small bubbles that are formed when soap and water are mixed together.
She applied a thick lather of soap to her skin.
Often appears as...
- soap lather
- lather up
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Usage in Hygiene
Lather is mostly used to describe the soapy foam in washing and grooming contexts.
Ensure you create a good lather to clean your hands effectively.
Pro Tip 2/2Visual Imagery
Think of lather as visually thick and bubbly, often white or the color of the soap used.
The dog was covered in a thick lather during the bath.
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