† ˈlaplingObs. [f. lap n.1 + -ling.] One who loves to lie on a (lady's) lap. 1627–77Feltham Resolves i. lviii. 90 He might have swam in Gold, and liv'd a lapling to the silk and dainties.1658J. Hewitt Last Serm. 7 You must not stream out your Youth in Wine and live a Lapling to the Silk and Dainties.