lay something on

Related to word: lay

Phrasal Verb

Definition (inform)

  1. to inform someone about something they are not aware of

    • When she arrived, her friends laid on her the information about the upcoming event.

    • During the meeting, the supervisor laid on the team the changes regarding the new policy.

    • They laid on us in the email the information about the newly opened positions.

Definition (provide)

  1. to supply or arrange something for a group of people

    • The manager decided to lay on dinner for the company's annual meeting, so they need to notify the restaurant in advance.

    • The school principal allowed the student council to lay on a party for the whole school, providing music and food.

    • The company plans to lay on a large promotional event in the mall to celebrate the launch of its new product.