Dictionary Check: lain

"lain" is a valid word!

Scrabble 4 points
Words with Friends 6 points

Definition

verb

be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

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lie
verb

be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position

Example: "The sick man lay in bed all day"
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lie
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verb

originate (in)

Example: "The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country"
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verb

be and remain in a particular state or condition

Example: "lie dormant"
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lie
verb

tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive

Example: "Don't lie to your parents"
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lie
verb

have a place in relation to something else

Example: "The fate of Bosnia lies in the hands of the West"
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