LYING
/ΛlaΙͺ.ΙͺΕ/
9
Scrabble
11
WWF
L(1) Y(4) I(1) N(1) G(2)
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Definition
/ΛlaΙͺ.ΙͺΕ/
verb
- To rest in a horizontal position on a surface.“The book lies on the table;Β the snow lies on the roof;Β he lies in his coffin”
- To be placed or situated.
- To abide; to remain for a longer or shorter time; to be in a certain state or condition.“The paper does not lie smooth on the wall.”
verb
- To give false information intentionally with intent to deceive.“If you are found to have lied in court, you could face a penalty.”
- To convey a false image or impression.“Photographs often lie.”
- To be mistaken or unintentionally spread false information.“Sorry, I haven't seen your keys anywhere...wait, I lied! They're right there on the coffee table.”
noun
- The act of one who lies, or keeps low to the ground.
Source: Wiktionary
