LATHER
Scrabble letter values: L1A1T1H4E1R1 = 9
Definition
- noun the froth produced by soaps or detergents. — synonyms: soapsuds, suds
- noun agitation resulting from active worry. — synonyms: fret, stew, sweat, swither
- noun a workman who puts up laths.
- noun the foam resulting from excessive sweating (as on a horse).
- verb beat severely with a whip or rod. — synonyms: flog, welt, whip, lash, slash, strap, trounce
- verb form a lather.
- verb exude sweat or lather.
- verb rub soap all over, usually with the purpose of cleaning. — synonyms: soap
Examples
- “don't get in a stew”
- “he's in a sweat about exams”
- “The teacher often flogged the students”