5 letter words starting with LIE

Liege 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, Adjective

2. Definitions:

Noun: a feudal superior or sovereign

Adjective: loyal and faithful to a superior or sovereign

3. Pronunciations:

US: /liːdʒ/

UK: /liːdʒ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "liege" originated from the Old French word "légat" which means "lieutenant". In medieval times, a liege was a feudal lord or sovereign to whom a vassal owed loyalty and service. The term "liege lord" was commonly used in feudal contexts to refer to the highest ranking lord to whom a vassal owed allegiance. Today, the term "liege" is used primarily as an adjective to describe someone who is loyal and faithful to a superior or sovereign.

5. Synonyms:

loyal, faithful, devoted, dedicated, obedient

6. Related Words:

ledge, siege, liege, siege

7. Example Sentences:

Noun: The knight pledged his loyalty to his liege.

Adjective: The soldiers were fiercely loyal to their liege lord.

Liens

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions: A legal claim or right against a property, typically for the payment of a debt or obligation.

3. Pronunciations: US: /liːnz/, UK: /liːənz/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "liens" comes from the French word "lien," which means "bond" or "tie." It is a legal term used to describe a claim or right against a property. Liens are often used to secure payment of a debt or obligation, such as a mortgage or tax lien on a property. They can also be used to secure payment for services rendered, such as a mechanics lien on a vehicle or property.

5. Synonyms: Encumbrance, claim, charge, mortgage

6. Related Words: Deeds, claims, debts, loans, bills

7. Example Sentences:

• He had to pay off the liens on his property before he could sell it.
• The mechanic filed a lien on the car until the owner paid for the repairs.
• The bank placed a lien on the house when the owner defaulted on the mortgage.