soap
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a substance used with water for washing your body or cleaning objects.
n.a substance used as a detergent or surfactant for cleaning, traditionally a metallic salt of a fatty acid.
Simple“She bought a bar of lavender soap to keep in the guest bathroom.”
In context“The chemist explained how the molecular structure of soap allows it to emulsify oils, making them easy to rinse away with water.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
n.a popular television story about the daily lives of a group of people.
n.a serialized television drama characterized by domestic situations and sentimental storylines.
Simple“My grandmother never misses her favourite afternoon soap.”
In context“Critics often dismiss soaps as low-brow entertainment, yet they maintain some of the most loyal audiences in the history of broadcasting.”
- 03 B1 Intermediate
v.to rub soap onto something or someone while washing.
v.to apply soap or a lathering agent to a surface, typically for the purpose of cleansing.
Simple“You should soap your hands for at least twenty seconds to kill germs.”
In context“The technician carefully soaped the delicate glass equipment before placing it in the ultrasonic cleaner for a final rinse.”
Usage soap opera