STAY


Meaning of STAY in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' st ā

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English stæg; akin to Old Norse stag stay

Date: before 12th century

1 : a large strong rope usually of wire used to support a mast

2 : 1 GUY

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