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Definition lay on in American English

lay on phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to tell or show something to someone, especially when you do not expect them to like it

Example

Okay, I'm ready for the bad news. Lay it on me.

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2

to provide something such as food, entertainment, or a service, especially without charging for it

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3

to make something such as your admiration for someone or their achievements seem greater or more important than they really are in order to impress someone

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Definition lay on in American English