Meaning of allay in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /əˈleɪ/

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  1. Verb

    allay

    Etymology

    Old English ālecgan ‘lay down or aside’

    Definitions

    1. lessen the intensity of or calm

    Examples

    • « The news eased my conscience »
    • « still the fears »

    Derived terms

  2. 2. satisfy (thirst)

    Examples

    • « The cold water quenched his thirst »

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