lig

/ lɪɡ /

noun

1. (esp in the entertainment industry and the media) a function at which free entertainment and refreshments are available

verb

1. intr to attend such a function in order to take advantage of free entertainment and refreshments; freeload

Derived Forms

• ˈligging, noun
• ˈligger, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of lig¹

C20: origin uncertain

Example Sentences

He thowt t' owd chap mebbe would let un lig a while if he shammed sleep.

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Nay, mother, aw've nooan sell'd up, but aw'm ommost done up: get that bed ready an' let me lig me daan a bit.

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There was a sudden immobility as Brion succeeded in clutching Lig-magte's other arm.

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I want to see Lig-magte and I thought it would be better if I had a legitimate reason.

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Lig-magte plunged by him, turning and bringing the knife down at the same time.

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