Meaning of the word "lay over" in English

What does "lay over" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lay over

US /ˈleɪ ˌoʊvər/
UK /ˈleɪ ˌəʊvər/

Noun

a period of time spent waiting at an airport or station between two flights or trains

Example:
We had a three-hour layover in Chicago.
Her flight included an overnight layover in London.

Phrasal Verb

to spend time waiting somewhere between two parts of a journey

Example:
We had to lay over in Denver for six hours.
The train will lay over in Kansas City for two hours.