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/dɪˈleɪ/
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verb[T]
To make something happen later than planned or expected; to postpone something.
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Etymology
Middle English delaien, from Old French delaier, meaning “to put off” or “postpone.”
Examples
We had to delay the meeting until Friday.
The train was delayed by heavy snow.
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verb[I]
To wait or move slowly before doing something; to fail to act immediately.
Pronunciation
Etymology
Middle English delaien, from Old French delaier, meaning “to put off” or “postpone.”
Examples
Don't delay; apply before the deadline.
If you delay too long, the offer may expire.
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noun[C, U]
A period of time by which something is late or postponed; an instance of being held up.
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Etymology
From the verb delay; ultimately from Old French delaier.
Examples
There was a long delay at the airport.
Please accept our apologies for the delay.
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noun[C, U]
An audio or electronic effect that repeats a sound after a short interval, producing an echo-like result.
Pronunciation
Etymology
From the general noun delay, referring to a controlled time interval before a signal is repeated.
Examples
The guitarist added delay to the solo.
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