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belayed

/bɪˈleɪd/ /biˈleɪd/

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verb

To surround; environ; enclose.

Examples :

"The small courtyard was belayed by tall brick buildings, creating a quiet and secluded space. "

area environment place

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verb

To overlay; adorn.

Examples :

"The artist belayed the plain wooden box with intricate carvings, transforming it into a beautiful treasure. "

appearance style

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verb

To besiege; invest; surround.

Examples :

"The construction workers were belayed by a sudden downpour, preventing them from finishing the roof today. "

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verb

To lie in wait for in order to attack; block up or obstruct.

Examples :

"The bullies belayed the student behind the school building, waiting to steal his lunch money. "

military war nautical sailing action

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verb

To make (a rope) fast by turning it around a fastening point such as a cleat or piton.

Examples :

"The sailor belayed the mooring rope to the cleat on the dock, securing the boat. "

nautical sailing technical

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verb

To secure (a person) to a rope or (a rope) to a person.

Examples :

"He would need an experienced partner to belay him on the difficult climbs."

sport nautical sailing action

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verb

To lay aside; stop; cancel.

Examples :

"Belay that order!"

action nautical

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verb

The general command to stop or cease.

Examples :

""After the fire alarm went off, the teacher belayed the students' recess and told them to stay inside." "

nautical sailing communication