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lier en · NOUN · etymology 1
Pronunciation
- /ˈlaɪ.ɚ/ (US)
- /ˈlaɪ.ə/ (UK)
Etymology
From Middle English lier, equivalent to lie + -er. Compare ligger, lidger, ledger.
Meanings
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A person or thing that lies, in the sense of being horizontal.
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A lie-abed; one who stays in bed late.
Forms
Deriveds
onlier · inlier
lier en · NOUN · etymology 2
Pronunciation
- /ˈlaɪ.ɚ/ (US)
- /ˈlaɪ.ə/ (UK)
Etymology
See the main lemma.
Meanings
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(alt-of, obsolete) Obsolete spelling of liar.
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(alt-of, misspelling) Misspelling of liar.
Forms