Phrase guide

lie back

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To lie down by moving in a posterior direction, ending up supine.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

Examples

  • The imaging technician told him to lie back and then remain still for a minute.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: supinate, resupinate

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: lie down

2

verb

Meaning 2

To relax, to exert less effort.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • You can predict that he's going to lie back and take it easy if you let him find out that there's no pressing deadline from the customer on this job.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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