lather
noun
foam or froth made by a detergent, especially soap, when stirred or rubbed in water, as by a brush used in shaving or by hands in washing.
lathering
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present participleof lather.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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So, thanks to my time in the scanner, I am now far more enthusiastic about lathering sunscreen all over my body - rather than only on my face.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
A good sport, he changed into a towel and robe and patiently waited for his cue to start lathering up.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2025
Hers is a labor-intensive process, teasing out the dough, lathering on the praline filling, and then letting the cakes rest and rise for several hours.
From New York Times ● Feb. 12, 2024
Some people benefit from lathering up every day.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 23, 2023
His lathering technique was very much out of the ordinary, although identical in spirit with his actual shaving technique.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
