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lay up Definition and Meaning in English (lay up definition)

verb
Synonyms:storestashretire
Quick Answer • Definition

Lay up definition: To store something in a safe or suitable place for future use.

Definitions of Lay up

  1. 1verb(formal)

    To store something in a safe or suitable place for future use.

  2. 2verb(formal)

    To stop doing something or retire from a career or activity.

  3. 3noun(informal)

    A close-range shot in basketball made by jumping towards the basket.

Example Sentences

formal

“They decided to lay up the old equipment.”

formal

“He decided to lay up his professional career.”

casual

“The player made a perfect lay up.”

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past participlelaid up
present participlelaying up
nounlayup

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Lay up definition: To store something in a safe or suitable place for future use.
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'Lay up' translates to 'lay up' in English. Lay up definition: To store something in a safe or suitable place for future use.
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