Belay
Pronunciation: /bɛˈleɪ/
Belay (verb)
- To fix a rope around something to make it secure.
- To stop or cancel an action or command.
Examples
- The climber belayed the rope before ascending.
- Always belay the rope to ensure safety.
Common collocations: belay the rope, properly belay, belay the order, belay the action, secure belay
Belay (noun)
- A place or device where a rope is secured.
Examples
- The belay was secure and ready for use.
- Check the belay before starting the climb.