as in storing
to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place
the weather forecast warned of a severe storm, so we laid away a generous supply of bottled water and canned food just in case
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laying away
Verb
-
For longer-lasting effects, consider grating the soap a few weeks in advance, storing it in a paper bag in a cool, dry, and ventilated place before using it.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
26 Apr. 2026 -
Avoid storing them in an airtight container.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
The timeless silhouette is well-suited to city strolls and coastal getaways alike, with handy side pockets for stashing your phone and small travel essentials.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
-
Those with Pagán rostered may benefit from stashing Tony Santillan, just in case.—
Greg Jewett,
New York Times,
16 Apr. 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Laying away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laying%20away. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
