lay on vs taking

lay on

verb
  • To provide 

  • To repeatedly say (particular types of thing) 

  • To sail towards or to arrive at (a destination). 

  • To give (something) as a gift, special treat or bonus. 

  • to provide (food or drinks) for free 

  • To apply or implement (something). 

  • To do something excessively. 

  • To cover something with a layer of (something). 

  • To impart or explain (something) in words. 

  • To vigorously row (an oar) to propel a boat or ship. 

taking

noun
  • A seizure of someone's goods or possessions. 

  • The act by which something is taken. 

  • Cash or money received (by a shop or other business, for example). 

  • A state of mental distress, resulting in excited or erratic behavior (in the expression in a taking). 

adj
  • Alluring; attractive. 

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