laying by (Meaning)
laying 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 laying by
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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,
ditching,dumping, flinging (off or away), discarding, disposing of, unloading, sloughing (off), losing, throwing away, shucking (off)
employing, embracing,adopting, taking on, utilizing, using, retaining, keeping,holding,holding back
The hens were laying eggs diligently in the coop.
The foundation was laying the groundwork for the construction project.
The painter was laying down a fresh coat of paint on the walls.
The guests were laying down their blankets for the picnic.
