belay
/bɪˈleɪ/verb
High School
1
To make (a rope) fast by turning it around a fastening point such as a cleat.
2
To handle a climbing rope to prevent (a climber) from falling to the ground.
3
To lay aside; to stop; to cancel.
4
The general command to stop or cease.
5
To surround; to environ; to enclose.
6
To overlay; to adorn.
7
To besiege; invest; surround.
8
To lie in wait for in order to attack; block up or obstruct.
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