Meaning : The upper side of the thighs of a seated person.
Example :
He picked up the little girl and plopped her down in his lap.
Meaning : An area of control or responsibility.
Example :
The job fell right in my lap.
Meaning : The part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs.
Example :
His lap was covered with food stains.
Synonyms : lap covering
Meaning : A flap that lies over another part.
Example :
The lap of the shingles should be at least ten inches.
Synonyms : overlap