(intransitive) Chiefly followed by against or to: to engage in a siege; to besiege. / (intransitive, figuratively) To attack continually over a long period.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of lay a foundation

present participle of lay open

(patent law, Japan and South Korea) To publish a patent for initial public review, prior to the formal application for registration. / (transitive) To expose or reveal (something).

(religion)A person who is not ordained but is appointed to lead Church services in a religious denomination.

(religion) A person who is not ordained but is appointed to lead Church services.

(religion) A person who is not ordained but is appointed to lead Church services.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of lay down

present participle of lay down

(idiomatic, transitive) To state strongly, clearly, and accurately. / (idiomatic, transitive) To risk.