lies up
The phrase “lies up” has 2 syllables: lies up
It's pronounced as /ˌlaɪz ˈʌp/
What is synonym and antonym for lies up?
In the thesaurus, “lies up” has 17 synonyms and 12 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for lies up along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for lies up
- bunks
- catnaps
- couches
- dozes
- drops off
- naps
- nods
- perches
- reclines
- rests
- retires
- roosts
- settles
- sleeps
- slumbers
- snoozes
- turns in
Antonyms for lies up
Meanings of lies up
- verb
- Remains unused, inactive, or kept in a place for a period of time, especially referring to a ship, vehicle, or equipment being out of service or in storage.
Example Sentences
- During the winter, the boat lies up at the marina.
- The old vessel lies up for repairs each season.
- After the busy period, the machine lies up unused for several weeks.
- The ship lies up in the harbor until conditions improve.
- The equipment lies up in storage during the off-season.
On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lies up, such as: arises, arouses, awakens, awakes, bestirs, bunks, catnaps.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.