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How to pronounce delay
Say it like this: /dɪˈleɪ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does delay mean?
nounA period of time before an event occurs; the act of delaying; procrastination; lingering inactivity.
“Two twenty minutes' delays.”
An audio effects unit that introduces a controlled delay.
“The 8-bit sound quality of many early delays did indeed leave a lot to be desired (compare this to the 16-bit digital technology of CDs)”
Synonym of promise (“object representing delayed result”).
verbTo put off until a later time; to defer.
“My lord delayeth his coming.”
To retard; to temporarily stop, detain, or hinder.
“The mail is delayed by a heavy fall of snow.”
To wait, hesitate, tarry.
“Don't delay; this special offer ends at midnight!”
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