01 v. t. To lay on or cover; to adorn.
imp. & p. p.
Belaid; p. pr. & vb. n.
Belaying
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1.
To lay on or cover; to adorn.[Obs.]“Jacket . . . belayed with silver lace.” — Spenser.
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2.
To make fast, as a rope, by taking several turns with it round a pin, cleat, or kevel.(Naut.)
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3.
To lie in wait for with a view to assault. Hence: to block up or obstruct.[Obs.]
Phrases & compounds
Belay thee! —
Stop.