Smack (one's) lips In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "smack (one's) lips", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-12-26 08:12

Meaning of Smack (one's) lips

Synonyms:

lick one's lips

Smack (one's) lips informal verb phrase

To pass one's tongue over one's lips, especially before eating something delicious.

The children smacked their lips as the cake was cut.

John smacked his lips while he waited for the food to be served.

To feel or show excitement because something good is expected to happen.

The players knew they would win and were smacking their lips as they waited for the game to start.

They were smacking their lips at the thought of closing the deal.

Used to say that someone makes unintentional smacking noises with his/her mouth, especially when speaking.

Try not to smack your lips when you teach online. It is really annoying.

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To make a group of spectators feel extremely enthusiastic, amazed or excited

Grammar and Usage of Smack (one's) lips

Verb Forms

  • to smack (one's) lips
  • smacking (one's) lips
  • smacked (one's) lips
  • smacks (one's) lips

The verb "smack" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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