lie-in

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[ lahy-in ]
/ ˈlaɪˌɪn /

noun

a protest demonstration in which participants lie down in a public place against regulations and resist being moved.

Origin of lie-in

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First recorded in 1960–65; see origin at lie2, -in3

Definition for lie-in (2 of 2)

lie-in 2
[ lahy-in ]
/ ˈlaɪˌɪn /

noun Chiefly British.

an act or instance of staying in bed longer than usual, especially in the morning.

Origin of lie-in

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First recorded in 1865–70; noun use of verb phrase lie in

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