English · Daily Life
lie down
/laɪ daʊn/
[/laɪ daʊn/]
recline to rest
Beginnerverb
Definition
To put your body in a flat or resting position, usually to rest or sleep.
Example
I feel tired; I need to lie down for a while.
I feel tired; I need to lie down for a while.
Etymology
From 'lie' (to recline) plus 'down', describing lowering the body to a horizontal position.
How & Where It’s Used
Common when talking about resting.