lip
Translation
lip, rim, edge
Examples
She bit her lower lip.
She bit her lower lip.
He drank from the lip of the cup.
He drank from the lip of the cup.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) lip (a body part) She bit her lower lip.
((the)) lip ((of sth.)) (the edge of an object) He drank from the lip of the cup.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (for edge) rim, edge, brim
Etymology
From Old English 'lippa', meaning lip.
Memory Tips
Think of applying 'lipstick' to your 'lip'.