n. Same as Laplander. Cf. Lapps. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. [ L. lappaceus burlike, fr. lappa a bur. ] (Bot.) Resembling the capitulum of burdock; covered with forked points. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ From Lap to drink. ] One who takes up food or liquid with his tongue. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. t.
n. [ Dim. of lap a fold. ] A small decorative fold or flap, esp. of lace or muslin, in a garment or headdress. Swift. [ 1913 Webster ]
Lappet moth (Zool.),
a. Of or pertaining to Lapland, or the Lapps. --
n. A kind of machine blanket or wrapping material used by calico printers. Ure. [ 1913 Webster ]
Lapping engine,
Lapping machine
a. Of or pertaining to the Lapps; Laplandish. --
n. pl.;