[transitive] to put somebody/something in a particular position, especially when it is done gently or carefully. lay somebody/something + adv./prep.

1[transitive] to put someone or something in a particular position, especially when it is done gently or carefully lay somebody/something (+ adv./prep.) She ...

lay · ​(slang, offensive) a partner in sex. to be a great lay. Take your English to the next level. The Oxford Learner's Thesaurus explains the difference ...

​not having expert knowledge or professional qualifications in a particular subject. His book explains the theory for the lay public.

There are 104 meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb lay, 27 of which are labelled obsolete. See 'Meaning & use' for definitions, usage, and quotation ...

1not having expert knowledge or professional qualifications in a particular subject His book explains the theory for the lay public. Definitions on the go.

Definition of lay noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

​(formal) to stop doing a job, etc. to lay down your duties.

​(British English, informal) to provide something for somebody, especially food or entertainment. to lay on food and drink; A bus has been laid on to take ...

lay-by · ​[countable] (British English) an area at the side of a road where vehicles may stop for a short time · ​[uncountable, countable] (Australian English, ...