intransitive verb
Definition: To put oneself down in a flat position or to rest in a horizontal position.
Example: After a long day, I like to lay down and relax for a while.
noun
Definition: A type of narrative poem or song, often associated with medieval storytelling, that tells a story or conveys a message.
Example: The bard sang a beautiful lay about the adventures of a brave knight.
transitive verb
Definition: To put something down in a specific position or place, often gently or carefully.
Example: She decided to lay the book on the table before leaving the room.