licking

== English == === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈlɪkɪŋ/ Rhymes: -ɪkɪŋ === Noun === licking (countable and uncountable, plural lickings) The act by which something is licked. (informal) A severe beating. (informal) A great loss or defeat. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Verb === licking present participle and gerund of lick === See also === Licking County Licking Creek