English dictionary
pay
/p/eI/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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something that remunerates
ExamplesHe wasted his pay on drink.
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Satisfaction; content.
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verb
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give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
ExamplesPay the waitress, please.
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convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow
ExamplesDon't pay him any mind.
Pay attention.
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cancel or discharge a debt
ExamplesPay up, please!
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bring in
ExamplesHow much does this savings certificate pay annually?
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do or give something to somebody in return
ExamplesDoes she pay you for the work you are doing?
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dedicate
ExamplesPay attention to.
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be worth it
ExamplesIt pays to go through the trouble.
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render
ExamplesPay a visit.
Pay a call.
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bear (a cost or penalty), in recompense for some action
ExamplesYou'll pay for this!
She had to pay the penalty for speaking out rashly.
You'll pay for this opinion later.
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make a compensation for
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discharge or settle
ExamplesPay a debt.
Pay an obligation.
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To cover, as bottom of a vessel, a seam, a spar, etc., with tar or pitch, or waterproof composition of tallow, resin, etc.; to smear.
Source: webster1913
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To satisfy, or content; specifically, to satisfy (another person) for service rendered, property delivered, etc.; to discharge one's obligation to; to make due return to; to compensate; to remunerate; to recompense; to requite; as, to <i>pay</i> workmen or servants.
Source: webster1913
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To give a recompense; to make payment, requital, or satisfaction; to discharge a debt.
Source: webster1913