"deep-lying" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more deep-lying [comparative], deeper-lying [comparative], most deep-lying [superlative], deepest-lying [superlative]
Head templates: {{en-adj|more|deeper-lying|sup=most deep-lying|sup2=deepest-lying}} deep-lying (comparative more deep-lying or deeper-lying, superlative most deep-lying or deepest-lying)
  1. Established at a deep level (literally or figuratively). Synonyms: deep-rooted, deep-seated, profound
    Sense id: en-deep-lying-en-adj-nCG3la~J Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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