Definition of Lay by

1. Noun. (alternative form of lay-by) ¹

2. Verb. To put away for future use; put aside; store; save; hoard; to build up as savings. ¹

3. Verb. (nautical) (of a sailing vessel) To remain stationary while heading into the wind; to come to a standstill; heave to; lay to. ¹

4. Verb. (context: Southern and Midland US) To tend (a crop) for the last time, leaving it to mature without further cultivation. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Lay By

lay-ins
lay-off
lay-offs
lay-up
lay a finger on
lay a foundation
lay a venue
lay about
lay an egg
lay aside
lay at the feet of
lay away
lay bare
lay bare one's soul
lay brother
lay by (current term)
lay claim
lay day
lay days
lay down
lay down one's flag
lay down the law
lay down the marker
lay eyes on
lay figure
lay hands on
lay hold of
lay in
lay into
lay it on thick

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