lier
nounUK /ˈlaɪ.ə/ · US /ˈlaɪ.ɚ/
Etymology From Middle English lier, equivalent to lie + -er. Compare ligger, lidger, ledger.
1
A person or thing that lies, in the sense of being horizontal.
2
A lie-abed; one who stays in bed late.
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