Lay in
verb
To store something for future use.
She laid in a supply of canned goods for emergency.
Often appears as...
- lay in a supply
- lay in food
verb
To embed or fit something into something else.
I had the plumber lay in a new pipe.
Often appears as...
- lay in a pipe
- lay in a cable
verb
In art, to make a preliminary sketch or outline before more detailed work.
The painter first laid in the basic shapes with a pencil.
Often appears as...
- lay in the shapes
- lay in the outlines
Usage tips
Technical
verb
To store something for future use.
She laid in a supply of canned goods for emergency.
Often appears as...
- lay in a supply
- lay in food
verb
To embed or fit something into something else.
I had the plumber lay in a new pipe.
Often appears as...
- lay in a pipe
- lay in a cable
verb
In art, to make a preliminary sketch or outline before more detailed work.
The painter first laid in the basic shapes with a pencil.
Often appears as...
- lay in the shapes
- lay in the outlines
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Preparation Context
Used when preparing for future needs or potential situations, emphasizing readiness.
They laid in extra blankets before the cold season started.
Pro Tip 2/2Not for Immediate Use
Highlights storing items not for current use, but for future access when needed.
The expedition team laid in medical supplies months in advance.
Pro Tip 1/2Preparation Context
Used when preparing for future needs or potential situations, emphasizing readiness.
They laid in extra blankets before the cold season started.
Pro Tip 2/2Not for Immediate Use
Highlights storing items not for current use, but for future access when needed.
The expedition team laid in medical supplies months in advance.
Pro Tip 1/2Preparation Context
Used when preparing for future needs or potential situations, emphasizing readiness.
They laid in extra blankets before the cold season started.
Pro Tip 2/2Not for Immediate Use
Highlights storing items not for current use, but for future access when needed.
The expedition team laid in medical supplies months in advance.
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