lain Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
   lie.
   
2. verb be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position
   lie.
   
   • The sick man lay in bed all day
   • the books are lying on the shelf
3. verb originate (in)
   dwell; lie in; consist; lie.
   
   • The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country
4. verb be and remain in a particular state or condition
   lie.
   
   • lie dormant
5. verb tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive
   lie.
   
   • Don't lie to your parents
   • She lied when she told me she was only 29
6. verb have a place in relation to something else
   lie; rest.
   
   • The fate of Bosnia lies in the hands of the West
   • The responsibility rests with the Allies
7. verb assume a reclining position
   lie; lie down.
   
   • lie down on the bed until you feel better

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