Definition of "ligger" in Englisch

noun

1. The horizontal timber of a scaffolding; a ledger.

2. A simply supported plank over a stream used as a footbridge.

3. A nether millstone.

4. A coverlet for a bed.

5. (slang) A freeloader or hanger-on, especially in the music or entertainment industry.

6. A kelt (“thin, recently spawned salmon”).

7. (fishing) A baited fishing line attached to a float, for night fishing, etc.

8. (dialectal) One who lies in bed.

9. (dialectal) A layer.