lier

noun

li·​er ˈlī(-ə)r How to pronounce lier (audio)
plural liers
: one that lies (as in ambush) compare liar

Word History

First Known Use

1583, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lier was in 1583

Dictionary Entries Near lier

Cite this Entry

“Lier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lier. Accessed 31 Mar. 2023.

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