lie

What is the Definition of lie?

Noun:

1. a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
2. Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968)
3. position or manner in which something is situated

Verb:

1. be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
2. be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position
3. originate (in)
4. be and remain in a particular state or condition
5. tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive
6. have a place in relation to something else
7. assume a reclining position

Other meanings of lie (synonyms, cognates).