lather
|lath/er|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈlæðər/
🇬🇧
/ˈlɑːðə/
frothy bubbles
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lather' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'lēaðor', where 'lēaðor' meant 'foam or froth'.
Historical Evolution
'lēaðor' transformed into the Middle English word 'lather', and eventually became the modern English word 'lather'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'foam or froth', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a frothy white mass of bubbles produced by soap or a similar cleansing substance when mixed with water.
The lather from the soap made it easy to clean the dishes.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45