lies
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/laɪz/
(lie)
deception or recline
Etymology
'lie' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'licgan,' where 'licgan' meant 'to lie down.'
'licgan' transformed into the Middle English word 'ligen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'lie.'
Initially, it meant 'to lie down,' but over time it evolved to include the meaning of 'to tell a falsehood.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a false statement made with deliberate intent to deceive.
The story was a complete lie.
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Verb 1
to be in or assume a horizontal or resting position on a supporting surface.
The book lies on the table.
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Verb 2
to tell a false statement with the intention to deceive.
He lies about his age.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35