: having a lip or lips especially of a specified kind or number
—often used in combination
tight-lipped
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Their comparisons revealed that the mouths of the theropods were much more similar to those of the lipped reptiles, like lizards, rather than the lipless reptiles, like crocodiles. Of particular importance to their conclusions were tooth wear and size.
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Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2023
Each piece features a post-modern lipped rim design that adds a touch of contemporary flair to your dining experience.
—Samantha Booth, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2023
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Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2023
Each piece features a post-modern lipped rim design that adds a touch of contemporary flair to your dining experience.
—Samantha Booth, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2023
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“Lipped.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lipped. Accessed 4 May. 2024.
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lipped
adjective
: having a lip or lips especially of a certain kind or number
—often used in combination
tight-lipped
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