Meaning & Definition of word "Laid"

Laid

/leɪd/

verb:

  • 1. past tense of lay; to put down or place something in a horizontal position.
    • Example: She laid the book on the table.
  • 2. to put something in a specified place or position.
    • Example: He laid the groundwork for the new project.
  • 3. to prepare or arrange for a specific purpose.
    • Example: They laid plans for the upcoming event.
  • 4. to impose or assign, as a duty or obligation.
    • Example: The teacher laid the responsibility of cleaning on the students.

adjective:

  • 1. referring to something that has been placed down or positioned.
    • Example: The laid bricks created a sturdy foundation.

Etymology

Old English 'lægd', past participle of 'lægan' (to lay).

Common Phrases and Expressions

laid back:

Relaxed or easy-going.

laid a foundation:

Establish a basis for something.

laid to rest:

To settle or resolve a matter.

Related Words

lay:

To put something down.

laid-back:

Relaxed or easygoing.

layout:

An arrangement or plan.

Slang Meanings of laid

Meaning: To have sexual intercourse.

Example Sentence: They were just talking, but they ended up getting laid.

Meaning: To be intoxicated or high.

Example Sentence: After that party, I was so laid.