Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
laying
verb
/ˈleɪ.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of placing something down in a flat position.
Examples
- She is laying the book on the table.
- The hen is laying eggs in the coop.
- After the long day at work, he is laying down to rest.
Meaning
‘Laying’ refers to the action of putting or setting down an object, and it often implies that the object is being placed gently or carefully. It can also refer to the act of laying eggs in animals such as birds or reptiles.
Synonyms
- placing
- putting
- setting down
- positioning
