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lay

noun(lay)

a narrative poem of popular origin

Synonyms: ballad,

lay

adjective(lay)

characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy

Synonyms: laic, secular,

Examples:

The lay ministry.

lay

verb(lay)

put in a horizontal position

Synonyms: put down, repose,

Examples:

Lay the books on the table.
Lay the patient carefully onto the bed.

lay

noun(lay)

a narrative song with a recurrent refrain

Synonyms: ballad,

lay

verb(lay)

put into a certain place or abstract location

Synonyms: place, pose, position, put, set,

lay

verb(lay)

impose as a duty, burden, or punishment

Examples:

Lay a responsibility on someone.

lay

verb(lay)

lay eggs

Examples:

This hen doesn't lay.

lay

adjective(lay)

not of or from a profession

Examples:

A lay opinion as to the cause of the disease.

lay

verb(lay)

prepare or position for action or operation

Examples:

Lay a fire.
Lay the foundation for a new health care plan.

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