English Explanatory Dictionary

lay by

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Alternative form of lay-by.
verb
  1. To put away for future use; save; to build up as savings.
  2. (of a sailing vessel) To remain stationary while heading into the wind; to come to a standstill; heave to; lay to.
  3. To tend (a crop) for the last time, leaving it to mature without further cultivation.
verb
  1. simple past of lie by

Word forms

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