lay

What is the Definition of lay?

Noun:

1. a narrative song with a recurrent refrain
2. a narrative poem of popular origin

Verb:

1. put into a certain place or abstract location
2. put in a horizontal position
3. prepare or position for action or operation
4. lay eggs
5. impose as a duty, burden, or punishment
6. be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
7. be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position
8. originate (in)
9. be and remain in a particular state or condition
10. tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive
11. have a place in relation to something else
12. assume a reclining position

Adjective:

1. characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy
2. not of or from a profession

Other meanings of lay (synonyms, cognates).