mislay (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /mɪsˈleɪ/
Definition
mislay means to leave or lay something in the wrong place and then forget where one put it. It can have more than one sense, so use the alternate meanings and examples to choose the meaning that matches your sentence.
Examples
The lesson showed how to mislay in a natural sentence.
Check who or what will mislay before translating the verb.
The example helped students understand when to mislay.
How to Use mislay
- to mislay (verb pattern)
- Use the infinitive form when naming the action. — "The lesson showed when to mislay."
- mislay in context (usage pattern)
- Check the sentence to see who does the action. — "We studied how mislay works in context."
Synonyms of mislay
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