Lie-in
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lie-in is a noun meaning (UK) A period spent lying in bed for longer than usual after one has woken up.
Meaning
(UK) A period spent lying in bed for longer than usual after one has woken up.
More Meanings
- A form of protest where a group of people lie down in a public area.
Example Sentences
Since I didn't have to go to work, I decided to have a lie-in.
‘But the only thing I need now is a taxi and a bed to lie in.’ ‘Yeah, go on home, Frankie. Sleep it off, have a lie-in, forget the bloody woman. […]’
Word Forms
- lie-ins
Synonyms for lie-in
Depending on context, synonyms include die-in.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lie-down, bed-in, lay-bye, lair, layup, lock-in.
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