Meaning of the word lay in English
What does lay mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lay
US /leɪ/
UK /leɪ/
Verb
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of a bird, reptile, insect, or fish produce eggs
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The hen will lay an egg every day.
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Turtles come ashore to lay their eggs.
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Noun
a way in which something is situated or arranged
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The lay of the land made it difficult to build.
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He studied the lay of the cards on the table.
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Adjective
not ordained into the clergy; non-clerical
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He is a lay preacher, not an ordained minister.
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The committee includes both clergy and lay members.
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