lie

中文： 说谎、撒谎

1. To knowingly give false information with intent to deceive. (intransitive) · When Pinocchio lies, his nose grows.· If you are found to have lied in court, you could face a penalty.
2. To convey a false image or impression. (intransitive) · Photographs often lie.
3. To be mistaken or unintentionally spread false information. (colloquial, intransitive) · Sorry, I haven't seen your keys anywhere...wait, I lied! They're right there on the coffee table.

复数 lie · He/she/it lies · 过去式 lied · 过去分词 lied · -ing形式 lying