lay-by

[US]/[ˈleɪ.baɪ]/
[UK]/[ˈleɪ.baɪ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a place on a road where a car can stop briefly, especially to let passengers get out or to allow a car to turn around.; a system of saving money over a period of time to pay for goods that are kept by the shop until the full price has been paid.
v.to stop a car briefly at a lay-by.
Word Forms
Plurallay-bys

Phrases & Collocations

lay-by ahead

on a lay-by

pulling into lay-by

lay-by parking

lay-by spot

used a lay-by

near the lay-by

lay-by area

lay-by side

lay-by zone

Example Sentences

i'm saving up for a new tv on lay-by.

they offer a lay-by option for furniture purchases.

we put a deposit down and are paying monthly on lay-by.

can i start a lay-by for this washing machine?

the lay-by agreement outlines the payment schedule.

make sure you understand the lay-by terms and conditions.

we'll need your id to set up a lay-by account.

the lay-by period is six months.

you can make weekly lay-by payments at the store.

we cancelled the lay-by because of the high fees.

check the lay-by balance online.

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