Definition

1. Noun:
   • A garment part: The section of a garment, such as a skirt, dress, or apron, that is designed to cover a person's lap or thighs when seated.
   • A protective covering: A separate piece of cloth or material placed over the lap to protect clothing from spills, stains, or debris.

Usage

• The term "lap covering" is used to describe the part of clothing that rests on the thighs or a separate protective cloth.
• It is a compound noun. The primary meaning refers to the protective or covering function for the lap area.

Examples

• Noun:
  • She spread the napkin as a lap covering to protect her dress during the picnic.
  • The tailor adjusted the lap covering of the skirt to ensure it was the correct length when sitting.

Advanced Usage

• "as a lap covering": Used to describe the function of an object.
  • He used the newspaper as a lap covering while eating his messy sandwich.

Variants and Related Words

• Lap robe (n): A blanket or cover used to keep the lap warm.
• Napkin (n): A piece of cloth or paper used at the table for wiping the mouth and fingers, often placed on the lap.
• Apron (n): A protective garment covering the front of the body, often extending over the lap.

Synonyms

• Lap cloth: A cloth for the lap.
• Lap protector: Something that shields the lap area.

Notes

• "Lap covering" is a specific, descriptive term. In everyday language, people more commonly refer to specific items like a "napkin," "apron," or "skirt front" rather than the general term "lap covering."

Noun

1. the part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs
   • his lap was covered with food stains