lisp
1 synonym for lisp, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To pronounce the sounds 's' and 'z' as 'th', usually as a speech habit rather than deliberately.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
list-processing language
Etymology
From Old English wlisp ("stammering"), going back to a Proto-Germanic root meaning much the same thing.
Full origin of lisp →Frequently asked questions
What does “lisp” mean?
The word “lisp” means to pronounce the sounds 's' and 'z' as 'th', usually as a speech habit rather than deliberately. In plain terms, speaking with a soft 'th' sound where 's' or 'z' should be.
How do you pronounce “lisp”?
“Lisp” is pronounced lihsp (/lɪsp/ in IPA).
How do you use “lisp” in a sentence?
Here is “lisp” used in a sentence: “He's had a slight lisp since childhood and says 'thoup' instead of 'soup'.”
What part of speech is “lisp”?
Depending on how it is used, “lisp” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “lisp” come from?
The word “lisp” comes from Old English. From Old English wlisp ("stammering"), going back to a Proto-Germanic root meaning much the same thing.
How many meanings does “lisp” have?
“Lisp” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to pronounce the sounds 's' and 'z' as 'th', usually as a speech habit rather than deliberately.
