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soap

Definition

  • noun: a substance that is used for washing something
  • noun: a cleansing and emulsifying agent made usually by action of alkali on fat or fatty acids and consisting essentially of sodium or potassium salts of such acids
  • verb: to rub soap over or into (someone or something)
  • verb: to rub soap over or into
  • often + 'up'
  • synonyms: flatter, wheedle, soft-pedal

Examples

  • My life is a 'soap opera'. [=my life has a lot of dramatic events and problems like the ones that occur in soap operas]

  • The store sells many different brands of liquid/hand/antibacterial 'soaps'.

  • Make sure you use 'soap' and water to wash your hands.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You're having a big day, there, Susan. Private party. - Dr Cox, about Will. - Not now! l've a -minute break and my soap is on. Hey, Skeech, if you go ahead and change the channels, l swear l'll suture your hands together. - Right. So with Will... (..)
    2001 TvShow: Scrubs Title: My Mentor Season: 1 Episode 2