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lair

/leɪr/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does lair mean?

noun, verb

A lair is a place of shelter or refuge, especially for an animal. To lair means to hide or lie in wait, often in a concealed position.

Example

"The bear made its lair in a cave high up in the mountains."

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