Belay and Suspend

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

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

Nearby Word: belaying

Suspend

Suspend verb - To bring to a formal close for a period of time.

Belay and suspend are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Belay" instead a verb "Suspend".

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