lie-abed

[ lahy-uh-bed ]

noun

1. a person who remains in bed until a relatively late hour; late riser.

Word History and Origins

Origin of lie-abed¹

First recorded in 1755–65

Example Sentences

I had to lie abed for a month until my psyche began to knit and mend.

From The Daily Beast

Generally Miss Lie-abed is still reposing at nine of the clock!'

From Project Gutenberg

Mrs. Hazleton scolded her jestingly for late rising, and asked if she was always such a lie-abed.

From Project Gutenberg

I was so tired last night that I thought I would lie abed and rest, to-day; but I couldn't resist.

From Project Gutenberg

He liked to lie abed late in the mornings, and when he got up he had only time enough to half wash himself.

From Project Gutenberg

They don't want to lie abed after their long winter's sleep; they want to be awake and see what is going on in the world.

From Project Gutenberg