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Belay

BELA'Y, v.t. [This word is composed of be and lay, to lay to, lay by, or close. See Beleaguer.] 1. To block up, or obstruct. 2. To place in ambush. 3. To adorn, surround, or cover. 4. In seamanship, to fasten,...

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