lays
noun(lay)
a narrative poem of popular origin
lays
adjective(lay)
characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy
Examples:
The lay ministry.
lays
verb(lay)
put in a horizontal position
Examples:
Lay the books on the table.
Lay the patient carefully onto the bed.
lays
noun(lay)
a narrative song with a recurrent refrain
lays
verb(lay)
put into a certain place or abstract location
lays
verb(lay)
impose as a duty, burden, or punishment
Examples:
Lay a responsibility on someone.
lays
verb(lay)
lay eggs
Examples:
This hen doesn't lay.
lays
adjective(lay)
not of or from a profession
Examples:
A lay opinion as to the cause of the disease.
lays
verb(lay)
prepare or position for action or operation
Examples:
Lay a fire.
Lay the foundation for a new health care plan.