lied

/liːd/

noun

  1. 1

    An art song, sung in German and accompanied on the piano.

verb

  1. 1

    To give false information intentionally with intent to deceive.

    If you are found to have lied in court, you could face a penalty.
  2. 2

    To convey a false image or impression.

    Photographs often lie.
  3. 3

    To be mistaken or unintentionally spread false information.

    Sorry, I haven't seen your keys anywhere...wait, I lied! They're right there on the coffee table.

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