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Lieder

Noun

Definition: Lieder is the plural form of the German word "Lied" which means a song or a musical composition typically written for a solo voice and piano.

Example sentence: He performed a beautiful collection of lieder at the concert last night.

Adjective

Definition: When used as an adjective, lieder describes something that is related to or characteristic of German art songs.

Example sentence: The audience members applauded the singer's outstanding lieder performance.

Verb

Definition: When used as a verb, lieder is the third person singular present form of the verb "lie" which means to recline or be situated in a horizontal position.

Example sentence: The books lie scattered on the floor.

Local Usage

Definition: In certain local contexts, "lieder" can refer to popular folk songs or traditional musical compositions specific to a particular region or culture.

Example sentence: The community gathering featured a range of local lieder that celebrated their cultural heritage.