/ʝaˈθer/
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Translation
to lie, to rest
Word origin
From Latin iacere ('to lie down, to be thrown down'), related to iacere ('to throw'). It survives chiefly in formal use and on gravestones ('aqui yace').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- iacere
- English cognates
- adjacent, gist
Grammar
Verb type-er irregular
Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.
Examples
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The soldier was lying on the ground.
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Here lies my dear grandfather.
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The dog was lying near the door.
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The heroes rest in this place.
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The book lies open on the table.
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