noun
Meaning 1
Alternative form of lay-by.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, alternative
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Phrase guide
lay by
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verb
Meaning 2
To put away for future use; save; to build up as savings.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- He had managed to lay by money for college through his years as a paperboy.
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verb
Meaning 3
(of a sailing vessel) To remain stationary while heading into the wind; to come to a standstill; heave to; lay to.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
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verb
Meaning 4
To tend (a crop) for the last time, leaving it to mature without further cultivation.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Southern-US
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verb
Meaning 5
simple past of lie by
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: form-of, past
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