Abandon and Belay

Abandon

Abandon verb - To give (oneself) over to something especially unrestrainedly.

Belay and abandon are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Belay" instead a verb "Abandon".

Nearby Words: abandoned, abandonment, abandoning

Belay

Belay verb - Turn a rope round an object or person in order to secure it or him.
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Synonyms for Belay

Abandon and belay are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Abandon" instead a verb "Belay".

Nearby Word: belaying
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