lay of the land

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The physical characteristics of the terrain or surrounding natural environment.
  2. The trends, feelings, intentions, and other factors influencing a strategic, political, or social situation.

Pronunciation

En-au-lay of the land.ogg

Word forms

lay of the land

Synonyms

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