pay

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/peɪ/]

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1. pay (verb) — sense 1

Definition: To give money or other compensation to in exchange for goods or services.

Example: pay cash or pay in cash, pay by credit/debit card

2. pay (verb) — sense 2

Definition: To deposit into an account.

Example: I pay a portion of each paycheck into a savings account.

3. pay (verb) — sense 3

Definition: To discharge, as a debt or other obligation, by giving or doing what is due or required.

Example: to pay compensation, to pay a fine

4. pay (noun) — sense 4

Definition: Money given in return for work; salary or wages.

Example: Many employers have rules designed to keep employees from comparing their pays.

5. pay (noun) — sense 5

Definition: A paying job; a paying concern.

Example: "You can if you like. I'll drop in each day to see how she gets on." "Oh, will you? That's a relief. All the same, I wouldn't say she was a very good pay, if you spend too much time on her." "Oh, bad pays make up half a doctor's job."

6. pay (adj) — sense 6

Definition: Operable or accessible on deposit of coins.

Example: pay toilet

7. pay (adj) — sense 7

Definition: Pertaining to or requiring payment.

Example: pay television

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