Meaning of the word "lay low" in English

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

lay low

US /leɪ loʊ/
UK /leɪ ləʊ/

Idiom

to hide or keep oneself inconspicuous, especially to avoid detection or trouble

Example:
After the incident, he decided to lay low for a while.
The suspect was advised to lay low until the police stopped looking for him.