Wednesday, January 27, 2010

word of the day

Main Entry: 3lie

Function: verb

Inflected Form(s): lied; ly·ing \ˈlī-iŋ\

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English lēogan; akin to Old High German liogan to lie, Old Church Slavic lŭgati

Date: before 12th century

intransitive verb 1 : to make an untrue statement with intent to deceive
2 : to create a false or misleading impression

-source : www.merriam-webster.com

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