Meaning of the word delay in English

What does delay mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

delay

US /dɪˈleɪ/
UK /dɪˈleɪ/
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Verb

1.

make (someone or something) late or slow

Example:
Traffic will delay your arrival.
The flight was delayed due to bad weather.
2.

hesitate or be reluctant to do something

Example:
She did not delay in accepting the offer.
He would not delay in taking action.

Noun

1.

a period of time by which something is deferred or postponed

Example:
There was a slight delay in the flight schedule.
We experienced a long delay at the airport.
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