laying
/ˈleɪ.ɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: layings
Meaning · English
The act by which something is laid (in any sense).
Noun
Examples
You may get a larger number of eggs within a given time, but the later layings will not give you average good chickens, when you come to hatch such product.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “laying” mean?
The act by which something is laid (in any sense).
Is “laying” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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