belay

Belay Meaning in Bengali: বেলে, বাঁধা, বন্ধ করা, বাধা দেত্তয়া (verb, pronunciation: bih-LEY)

Definition of Belay

Belay is a verb that has multiple meanings. It can refer to securing a rope or a climber by tying it to a fixed point, typically done by a belayer in rock climbing. It can also mean to stop or hold something in place, or to give a command to stop or cease an action.

Belay Synonyms

Some synonyms of belay include:

  • Secure (নিরাপদ)
  • Fasten (বাঁধা)
  • Anchor (এঙ্কর)
  • Hold (ধরা)
  • Stop (থামান)

Belay Antonyms

Antonyms of belay are:

  • Release (মুক্ত করা)
  • Let go (ছেড়ে দেওয়া)
  • Unfasten (খোলা)
  • Continue (চালিয়ে যাওয়া)
  • Proceed (অগ্রসর হত্তয়া)

Origin of Belay

The word belay originated from the Old English word belecgan, which means “to lay around” or “to surround.” It has its roots in the Germanic language.

Nearby Words

Some words related to belay are:

  • Belayed (verb)
  • Belaying (verb)
  • Belayer (noun)
  • Belaying pin (noun)
  • Belaying cleat (noun)

Belay in Literature Quotes

Here are some quotes from literature that include the word belay:

“Belay that order!” – Captain Ahab in Moby-Dick (Bengali meaning: সেই আদেশটি বাতিল করুন!)

“Belay there, ye lubbers!” – Long John Silver in Treasure Island (Bengali meaning: থামুন, তোমরা নকল লোকরা!)

Belay Meaning in Different Languages

The word belay is translated into different languages as follows:

  • Bengali: বেলে
  • Hindi: बेले
  • Nepali: बेले
  • Urdu: بیلے
  • Tamil: பேலே
  • Telugu: బెలే
  • Arabic: بيلي
  • Chinese: 系住
  • Japanese: ベレイ
  • Russian: Белей

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