Lay-by

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Meanings of Lay-by

   
Noun
  • A safe place by the side of the road where cars can stop for a break or in case of emergency.
  • A short track next to a train track where trains can stop or wait.
  • A wider part of a river or canal where boats can stop or pass each other.
  • A way to buy something by paying a little bit at a time until it's all paid for, then you can take it home.
   

Explanation of the word: Lay-by

A lay-by is a special place where you can stop your car safely on the side of the road. It's like a little parking spot.

   

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Translations for the word: Lay-by

   
hindi
ले-बाय

le-baay

विश्राम स्थान

vishraam sthan

आराम जगह

aaraam jagah

   
   

Synonyms for the word: Lay-by

rest stop turnout
   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Lay-by

A 'lay-by' is a place beside a road where cars can stop safely.

You say 'lay-by' like this: 'lay' as in to put something down, and 'by' like the word 'bye'.

The term 'lay-by' comes from the idea of laying a vehicle by the side of the road.

The word 'lay-by' in Hindi is 'विश्राम स्थान' (Vishrām sthān).