Definitions for lying

(the deliberate act of deviating from the truth)

(be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position)

(be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position; "The sick man lay in bed all day"; "the books are lying on the shelf")

(originate (in); "The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country")

(be and remain in a particular state or condition; "lie dormant")

(tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive; "Don't lie to your parents"; "She lied when she told me she was only 29")

(have a place in relation to something else; "The fate of Bosnia lies in the hands of the West"; "The responsibility rests with the Allies")

(assume a reclining position; "lie down on the bed until you feel better")