What does LICKS mean?

Dictionary Entry: Licks

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

1. (Noun) a quick and forceful stroke of the tongue or hand.
2. (Verb) to pass the tongue over (something), typically in order to taste, moisten, or clean it.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /lɪks/
• UK: /lɪks/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "licks" originated from Middle English "likken" which means "to lick". It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. As a noun, "licks" refers to a quick and forceful stroke of the tongue or hand. As a verb, it means to pass the tongue over something, typically in order to taste, moisten, or clean it.

5. Synonyms:

• (Noun) stroke, smack, hit, blow
• (Verb) taste, sample, try, savor

6. Related Words:

• Click
• Quick
• Thick
• Brick
• Trick

7. Example Sentences:

1. The dog gave the ice cream cone a few quick licks.
2. She licked the envelope to seal it shut.