Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lay-in
Phrase
/leɪ ɪn/

Definition
A term used to describe a type of material, often in a building context, that is installed within the structure or assembly, such as insulation or wiring.

Examples
- The electrician will lay-in the wiring before the drywall is installed.
- During the renovation, we decided to lay-in new insulation in the attic for better energy efficiency.

Meaning
To ‘lay-in’ typically refers to placing and securing materials in a designated position within a construction or manufacturing process.

Synonyms
- install
- set in place
- embed