Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lay-the-ghost-of-something

idiom

/leɪ ðə ɡoʊst ʌv ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

Definition

To overcome a past fear, trauma, or haunting memory.

Examples

After discussing her traumatic experiences, she finally managed to lay the ghost of her childhood fears.
In his speech, he emphasized the importance of laying the ghosts of past failures to embrace new opportunities.

Meaning

This phrase refers to the act of confronting and resolving something that has caused distress or discomfort in the past, allowing a person to move forward without the burden of that experience.