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lay-in

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈleɪˌɪn/

1

noun

Meaning 1

A shot in which the ball is tossed directly into the basket from near the rim.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, basketball, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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2

noun

Meaning 2

Permission to sleep in late, typically for health reasons and granted by a doctor or nurse.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: prison

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3

noun

Meaning 3

An instance of sleeping in.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

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