lay by (Meaning)
lay by (n)
designated paved area beside a main road where cars can stop temporarily
lay by
to store for future use, to cultivate (a crop, such as corn) for the last time, the final operation (such as a last cultivating) in the growing of a field crop, turnout sense 2b, to lay aside
Synonyms & Antonyms of lay by
lay by Sentence Examples
- The farmer meticulously laid by the cornfield to prepare for the winter.
- She laid by her favorite book, eager to resume reading it later.
- The construction crew laid by the foundation, marking the start of the new building.
- The tailor laid by a few inches of fabric to ensure a perfect fit.
- The yachtsman laid by his sails, anchoring his boat securely.
- She laid by a significant amount of money each month to save for retirement.
- The artist laid by their brushes and paints, momentarily pausing their masterpiece.
- The veterinarian laid by the cat to administer an injection.
- The gardener laid by some mulch around the roses to protect them from frost.
- The doctor laid by the patient's chart, noting their medical history.
FAQs About the word lay by
designated paved area beside a main road where cars can stop temporarilyto store for future use, to cultivate (a crop, such as corn) for the last time, the fina
slough (off), unload, lose, dump, ditch,discard, throw away,set aside, cast (off), chuck
take on, embrace, adopt, use, keep, retain,employ, hold, utilize,hold back
The farmer meticulously laid by the cornfield to prepare for the winter.
She laid by her favorite book, eager to resume reading it later.
The construction crew laid by the foundation, marking the start of the new building.
The tailor laid by a few inches of fabric to ensure a perfect fit.
