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lay before

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lay something before someone

 

1. Lit. to present something to someone. The cat laid the mouse before her mistress. Dave laid the present before her as a peace offering.

2. Fig. to present something for someone to judge. All you can do is lay the matter before the teacher and hope for a favorable response. I want to lay this before you and let you decide.

See also: before, lay