English · Phrasal verb Attested

lay for

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To wait (for someone) in order to surprise or attack them.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Chờ đợi để tấn công hoặc làm驚

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Where it’s used: Used American English

The sheriff's department sent some officers to lay for him.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “lay for” mean?

To wait (for someone) in order to surprise or attack them.

Is “lay for” formal or informal?

lay for is generally slang.

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