The Word 'LAY'

Lay (adjective)

definition:
not of or from a profession

example:
"a lay opinion as to the cause of the disease"

Lay (adjective)

definition:
characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy

Lay (noun)

definition:
a narrative poem of popular origin

Lay (noun)

definition:
a narrative song with a recurrent refrain

Lay (verb)

definition:
put into a certain place or abstract location

Lay (verb)

definition:
put in a horizontal position

example:
"lay the books on the table"

Lay (verb)

definition:
lay eggs

example:
"This hen doesn't lay"

Lay (verb)

definition:
prepare or position for action or operation

example:
"lay a fire"

Lay (verb)

definition:
impose as a duty, burden, or punishment

example:
"lay a responsibility on someone"