Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to a lip.

Example

The flower had liplike petals that curled at the edges.

Conversation

Did you see that new painting in the gallery?

Yeah, the colors are so vibrant and the shapes are really liplike.

I thought it was interesting how they incorporated such organic forms.

Definitely! It adds a unique touch to the overall feel of the artwork.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Liplike → It is formed from "lip" (from Old English *lippa*, meaning the edge or border of something) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "liplike" means resembling or similar to a lip.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'lip' which refers to the edge of the mouth, and remember that 'liplike' describes something that resembles or is similar to a lip.

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