Definition of lay

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Lay (v. t.) To impose, as a command or a duty; as, to lay commands on one..

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Gaudery :: Gaudery (n.) Finery; ornaments; ostentatious display.
Mat :: Mat (v. t.) To cover or lay with mats.
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Devise :: Devise (v. i.) To form a scheme; to lay a plan; to contrive; to consider.
Stay :: Stay (v. i.) To hinde/; to delay; to detain; to keep back.
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