Belay and Pause

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

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

Nearby Word: belaying

Pause

Pause verb - To come to a temporary halt in one's activity.

Belay and pause are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Belay" instead a verb "Pause".

Nearby Words: paused, pausing
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