bay

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UK /beɪ/

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n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Part of an ocean or lake partly surrounded by land

Because the bay is near land, the water is calmer there than in the ocean

n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A compartment or recess in a building.

The library has a reading bay.

n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)An evergreen tree or shrub with aromatic leaves.

We planted a bay tree in the garden.

adj.AdjectiveReddish-brown in color, typically used to describe a horse.

The bay horse won the race.

v.i.Intransitive VerbTo utter a loud, prolonged howl.

The hounds bayed at the moon.

idiomIdiomTo keep an enemy or danger at a distance.

The company struggled to keep its creditors at bay.

n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A window that projects outward from the main walls of a building and forms a bay or recess within.

The house has a large bay window overlooking the garden.

n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Laurel, especially when woven into a garland or crown as an emblem of victory or distinction.

The poet was crowned with bay.

n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A reddish-brown color.

The sunset painted the sky in hues of bay.

adj.AdjectiveForcing someone or something to turn and face its attackers; cornered.

The lion was held at bay by the hunters.

n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A space in a hangar for parking or servicing aircraft.

The aircraft was parked in the bay.

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News Now Stream 01/01/20 (FNN)

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News Now Stream 01/01/20 (FNN)

FAMOUS CHEDDAR BAY BISCUITS.
FAMOUS CHEDDAR BAY BISCUITS.

What's the Truth About the First Thanksgiving?

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What's the Truth About the First Thanksgiving?

In nearby Boston, the later colony of Massachusetts Bay grew so much faster that it swallowed up the great-grandchildren of the Pilgrims in 1691.
In nearby Boston, the later colony of Massachusetts Bay grew so much faster that it swallowed up the great-grandchildren of the Pilgrims in 1691.

Why Hong Kong's Millionaires are Moving to Singapore

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Why Hong Kong's Millionaires are Moving to Singapore

So doing really well in terms of millionaires and so is the Bay Area.
So doing really well in terms of millionaires and so is the Bay Area.

Non-smoking Asian women getting lung cancer at a high rate; new study seeks to determine why

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Non-smoking Asian women getting lung cancer at a high rate; new study seeks to determine why

UNITED STATES. AND NOW A BAY
UNITED STATES. AND NOW A BAY

My Arctic Voyage From GREENLAND To ALASKA | The Northwest Passage

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My Arctic Voyage From GREENLAND To ALASKA | The Northwest Passage

Today we're in Ilulissat, Greenland, which is the largest town on Disko Bay, and it's known for its ice fjord.
Today we're in Ilulissat, Greenland, which is the largest town on Disko Bay, and it's known for its ice fjord.
And Disko Bay is a really scenic area to visit.
And Disko Bay is a really scenic area to visit.

Why Do These Words Get Mispronounced So Much? | Otherwords

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Why Do These Words Get Mispronounced So Much? | Otherwords

That's how silicon became sili-kahn, even though you'd never say fal-kahn or bay-kahn.
That's how silicon became sili-kahn, even though you'd never say fal-kahn or bay-kahn.

Amazing Earth Facts To Blow Your Mind

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Amazing Earth Facts To Blow Your Mind

This committed mama located in Monterey Bay wrapped her arms around her 160 plus eggs,
This committed mama located in Monterey Bay wrapped her arms around her 160 plus eggs,

5 Reasons Why Introverts Make Great Relationship Partners

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5 Reasons Why Introverts Make Great Relationship Partners

It might just be best to set up the Netflix bay and wait.
It might just be best to set up the Netflix bay and wait.

Feels Good To Be Back | JENNUARY #2

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Feels Good To Be Back | JENNUARY #2

Monday afternoon I am back from the Bay Area, and if feels good to be back home
Monday afternoon I am back from the Bay Area, and if feels good to be back home
But honestly who used one extra day in the Bay that would have been nice
But honestly who used one extra day in the Bay that would have been nice

Jimmy Kimmel Breaks Down Democratic Debate

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Jimmy Kimmel Breaks Down Democratic Debate

BUSTERS AT THE BAY BROOK MALL,
BUSTERS AT THE BAY BROOK MALL,