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Definition lay on in British English

lay on phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

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

Example

They laid on a special party to mark his 31 years of service.

Example

Extra buses are being laid on for late-night shoppers.

Synonyms and related words
accommodate serve cater
2

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.

Synonyms and related words
tell deliver report
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

Example

Don't lay it on too thick, or they'll know you want something.

Synonyms and related words
talk the talk charm court
Definition lay on in British English