LAY

put (something) down gently or carefully

put down and set in position for use

used with an abstract noun so that the phrase formed has the same meaning as the verb related to the noun used, e.g. ‘lay the blame on’ means ‘to blame’

(of a female bird, insect, reptile, or amphibian) produce (an egg) from inside the body

have sex with.

follow (a specified course)

trim (a hedge) back, cutting the branches half through, bending them down, and interweaving them

the general appearance of an area of land

an act or instance of having sex.

the laying of eggs or the period during which they are laid

not ordained into or belonging to the clergy

not having professional qualifications or expert knowledge, especially in law or medicine

a short lyric or narrative poem meant to be sung