Meaning Of The Word Lay-by

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lay by in American English
to put away for future use; store; save
to save; lay away

lay-by
countable noun: A lay-by is a short strip of road by the side of a main road, where cars can stop for a while.

lay-by in American English
a widened section of a stream, canal, etc. where vessels can lay over or pass
noun: a place beside the main road or track where vehicles may wait

lay-by in British English
noun: a place for drivers to stop at the side of a main road
verb: to set aside or save for future needs

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