pay

US /peɪ/
UK /peɪ/
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1.

give someone money that is due for work done, goods received, or a debt incurred

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I need to pay the rent by tomorrow.
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The company will pay for your travel expenses.
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remuneratecompensatereimbursesettleclear
2.

suffer a disadvantage as a consequence of an action

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You'll pay for your mistakes eventually.
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He had to pay a heavy price for his betrayal.
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sufferbearendureundergoface
1.

money received for work done; salary or wages

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My pay is deposited directly into my bank account.
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He's on a good pay scale.
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salarywagesearningsincomeremuneration
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pay offpay backpay televisionpay attention (to)pay uppay tribute topay attention