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allay

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Main Entry: al·lay
Pronunciation: \a-ˈlā, ə-\
Function: verb
Etymology: Middle English alayen, from Old English ālecgan, from ā- (perfective prefix) + lecgan to lay — more at abide, lay
Date: 14th century

transitive verb 1 : to subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate <expect a breeze to allay the heat>
2 : to make quiet : calm <trying to allay their fears>intransitive verb obsolete : to diminish in strength : subside

synonyms see relieve


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