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to lay down
[phrase form: lay]
01
to officially state that something, such as a principle or rule must be obeyed
Examples
The judge laid the law down to the defendant, warning him of the consequences of his actions.
02
to stop trying or fighting, and admit defeat
Examples
The soldiers laid their arms down and surrendered.
03
to intentionally fall off a motorcycle to avoid a collision
Examples
The rider laid down in the corner to avoid hitting the other rider.
04
to stop holding or using something
Examples
The child laid her toy down to eat her dinner.
05
to resign or retire from a job, responsibility, or position
Examples
The CEO laid his duties down after 20 years at the company.
06
to gradually gather and store something
Examples
The sediment in the river laid a layer of silt down on the riverbed.
