noun

lather

LAH-thuh

Lather (noun) means the foam created by mixing soap or shampoo with water. Example: “Rub the shampoo into a rich lather.”

noun

The foam created by mixing soap or shampoo with water.

"Rub the shampoo into a rich lather."

(informal) A state of agitation or panic.

"He worked himself into a lather over the missed deadline."

verb

To cover with foam, especially soap suds.

"She lathered her hair and rinsed it twice."

How to Use Lather

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSoapy foam, or (informally) a state of being worked up or flustered.

Common pairings

lather up work into a lather a rich lather

Word Forms

lathered past tense, lathers plural, lathers singular

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Etymology

From Old English lēaþor, a word for a soap-like substance used in washing.

Origin: Old English

Synonyms

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Rhymes for lather

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “lather” mean?

The word “lather” means the foam created by mixing soap or shampoo with water. In plain terms, soapy foam, or (informally) a state of being worked up or flustered.

How do you pronounce “lather”?

“Lather” is pronounced LAH-thuh (/ˈlæð.ɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “lather” in a sentence?

Here is “lather” used in a sentence: “Rub the shampoo into a rich lather.”

What part of speech is “lather”?

Depending on how it is used, “lather” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “lather” come from?

The word “lather” comes from Old English. From Old English lēaþor, a word for a soap-like substance used in washing.

How many meanings does “lather” have?

“Lather” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the foam created by mixing soap or shampoo with water.

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