lain
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for lain, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — Past participle of "lie" — to have rested in a horizontal position.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Middle English, ultimately from Old English licgan ("to lie down").
Full origin of lain →Frequently asked questions
What does “lain” mean?
The word “lain” means past participle of "lie" — to have rested in a horizontal position. In plain terms, the past-participle form of "lie" (rest/recline), used with "have/had".
How do you pronounce “lain”?
“Lain” is pronounced layn (/leɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “lain” in a sentence?
Here is “lain” used in a sentence: “The letter had lain unopened on the desk for weeks.”
What part of speech is “lain”?
“Lain” is a verb.
Where does the word “lain” come from?
The word “lain” comes from Old English. From Middle English, ultimately from Old English licgan ("to lie down").