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relays

/ˈriːleɪz/ /riˈleɪz/

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verb

To lay (for example, flooring or railroad track) again.

Examples :

"He had to re-lay the tiles because the cement was too dry."

building property industry work

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noun

A new set of hounds.

Examples :

"After the first set of hounds tired during the fox hunt, the huntsman called in the relays, fresh and eager to continue the chase. "

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noun

A new set of horses kept along a specific route so that they can replace animals that are tired.

Examples :

""In the old days, stagecoaches used relays of horses at each station to ensure a fast journey." "

vehicle animal history

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noun

(by extension) A new set of anything.

Examples :

"After a long day of construction, the crew brought out fresh relays of batteries for their power tools, ensuring they could finish the job. "

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noun

A series of vehicles travelling in sequence.

Examples :

"The postal service used a system of horse relays to quickly deliver mail across the country in the 1800s. "

vehicle traffic

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noun

A track and field discipline where runners take turns in carrying a baton from start to finish. Most common events are 4x100 meter and 4x400 meter competitions.

Examples :

"Our school's track team is practicing hard for the upcoming relays. "

sport race event

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noun

An electrical actuator that allows a relatively small electrical voltage or current to control a larger voltage or current.

Examples :

"The automatic sprinkler system uses relays to switch on the high-power water pump based on signals from the low-voltage moisture sensor in the garden. "

electronics technology electric device machine system

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verb

To release a new set of hounds.

Examples :

"The huntsman relays a fresh pack of hounds when the first group tires during the long chase. "

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verb

To place (people or horses) in relays, such that one can take over from another.

Examples :

"The coach relays the runners, ensuring each athlete gets a chance to run a portion of the race. "

action organization communication

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verb

To take on a new relay of horses; to change horses.

Examples :

"The stagecoach driver needs to relays horses at the next station to keep the journey going quickly. "

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verb

To pass on or transfer (information).

Examples :

"Can you relay this message to John?"

communication technology media