lay-by
1 of 1noun/ˈleɪbaɪ/
Forms:lay-bys
1
a designated area at the side of a road where vehicles can pull off and park temporarily, often used for rest stops, emergencies, or loading/unloading purposes
- The driver pulled into the lay-by to take a break during the long trip.
- There’s a lay-by up ahead where we can stop for a quick snack.
- He used the lay-by to let the faster cars pass by.
- We stopped in the lay-by to take photos of the scenic view.
- The truck had broken down, so we had to pull into the nearest lay-by for assistance.