Entity: LAP
LAP is a term that refers to a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap, typically found in garments, or the front part of the human body from the waist to the knees when in a sitting position.
LAP
Etymology
The term 'lap' has various etymological roots, including dialectal meanings of 'blow, strike' and 'stupidity'. In the past, it was also used as a euphemism for 'female pudendum'.
Definition
LAP refers to a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap, especially of a garment, or the front part of the human body from the waist to the knees when in a sitting position.
Historical Context
Historically, LAP has been used in various contexts, including as a euphemism for certain body parts and in slang terminology related to sexual acts.
Cultural Significance
In contemporary culture, LAP is primarily associated with clothing and sitting positions, but it has also been used in slang terms related to lap dances and sexual activities.
Related Concepts
- Garment flaps
- Sitting positions
- Slang terminology
See Also
A loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap, especially of a garment, or the front part of the human body from the waist to the knees when in a sitting position.