transcription, транскрипция: [ a-ˈlā, ə- ]
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