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liar

noun li·ar \ˈlī(-ə)r\

: a person who tells lies

Full Definition of LIAR

: a person who tells lies

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Origin of LIAR

Middle English, from Old English lēogere, from lēogan to lie — more at lie

First Known Use: before 12th century

Related to LIAR

Synonyms: fabricator, fabulist, fibber, prevaricator, storyteller

Rhymes with LIAR

briar, choir, fire, gyre, hire, ire, mire, prior, sire, spire, squire, tier, tire, wire

LIAR Defined for Kids

liar

noun li·ar \ˈlī-ər\

Definition of LIAR for Kids

: a person who tells lies

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