English English Dictionary

English English Dictionary

The online English-English dictionary from The Project Gutenberg

Result for Belay

Belay (v. t.)

To lay on or cover; to adorn.

Belay (v. t.)

To make fast, as a rope, by taking several turns with it round a pin, cleat, or kevel.

Belay (v. t.)

To lie in wait for with a view to assault. Hence: to block up or obstruct.