What is the meaning of Belay?

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(v.t.) To lay on or cover; to adorn.
(v.t.) To make fast, as a rope, by taking several turns with it round a pin, cleat or kevel.
(v.t.) To lie in wait for with a view to assault. Hence: to block up or obstruct.

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