Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lay-something-on-someone
Phrasal verb
/leɪ ˈsʌmθɪŋ ɒn ˈsʌmwʌn/
Definition
To impose a burden, responsibility, or an obligation on someone.
Examples
- She didn’t want to lay the entire project on him alone.
- It’s not fair to lay all the blame on one person.
Meaning
This phrase means to place something onto another person, often referring to expectations or duties that are seen as a weighty responsibility.
Synonyms
- Impose
- Burden
- Encumber
