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Meaning of lair

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

lair

Pronunciation:/lɛə//lɛəɹ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A place inhabited by a wild animal, often a cave or a hole in the ground.

  2. A shed or shelter for domestic animals.

  3. A place inhabited by a criminal or criminals, a superhero or a supervillain; a refuge, retreat, haven or hideaway.

  4. A bed or resting place.

verb

Definitions

  1. To rest; to dwell.

  2. To lay down.

  3. To bury.

lair

Pronunciation:/lɛə//lɛəɹ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A person who dresses in a showy but tasteless manner and behaves in a vulgar and conceited way; a show-off.