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How to pronounce “lair”

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Pronunciation guide for lair

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of lair with real speech in context.
Available examples: 7 YouTube examples
Real speech example: How to Fight (and Win) an Information Warin what he calls "a lair of filth and slime,
Definition summary: A place inhabited by a wild animal, often a cave or a hole in the ground.

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How to Fight (and Win) an Information War

in what he calls "a lair of filth and slime,

[Noun]
A place inhabited by a wild animal, often a cave or a hole in the ground.
A shed or shelter for domestic animals.
(figuratively) A place inhabited by a criminal or criminals, a superhero or a supervillain; a refuge, retreat, haven or hideaway.
(British dialectal) A bed or resting place.
(Scotland) A grave; a cemetery plot. [from c. 1420]
(seduction community) A group where pickup artists meet to discuss and practise seduction techniques.
[Verb]
(British) To rest; to dwell.
(British) To lay down.
(British) To bury.

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