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belay

Definitions


[bɪˈleɪ], (Verb)

Definitions:
- fix (a running rope) round a cleat, rock, pin, or other object, to secure it

- stop; desist from
(e.g: ‘Belay that, mister. Man your post.’)


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 16th century (originally in nautical use): from be- + lay, on the pattern of Dutch beleggen


[bɪˈleɪ], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an act of belaying
(e.g: the leader may require belays to tackle more difficult sections)

- a spike of rock or other object used for belaying
(e.g: the trees along the top are used as belays)


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 16th century (originally in nautical use): from be- + lay, on the pattern of Dutch beleggen




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