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mislay

/mɪsˈleɪ/
Meanings
  • Verb

    To place or put something unintentionally in the wrong place or forget to keep something in its proper place.

Synonyms

misplace
Rhymes
Words rhyming with mislay
lay , day , play , stray
Homophones
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  1. mislay (English) : To misplace or forget

  2. mislay (Scots) : A misfortune or calamity

Variants
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mislaid , mislay , mislaying , mislays
Etymology
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Originally meant 'to lay aside unintentionally'. From Old English mysel lēgan 'lay aside for oneself'.

Trivia
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  1. The word 'mislay' is often used interchangeably with the word 'misplace', but they have slightly different meanings. 'Misplace' simply means to put something in the wrong place, while 'mislay' implies forgetting where you put it.

  2. The word 'mislay' comes from Old English mysel lēgan, which literally means 'to lay aside for oneself'. Over time, the meaning shifted to 'to forget to lay something away properly'.

  3. Did you know that forgetting something can actually be beneficial? According to research, forgetting helps to clear out unnecessary information from our brains, making room for new memories. However, it can be frustrating when we mislay something important!

Related Concepts
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  1. misplace: Similar meaning but without the implication of forgetting or unintentionality.

  2. forgetfulness: A condition or state of being unable to remember.

Culture
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In literature, mislay is often used to add tension or suspense, as when a character mislays a crucial item or forgets an important detail. It can also be used metaphorically to describe forgetting or losing something intangible, such as a memory or an opportunity.

How to Memorize "mislay"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a scene where you put something down and then forget where you placed it. Try to remember the context, the object, and the feeling of forgetting.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'mislay' with the feeling of frustration or anxiety when you can't find something. Imagine yourself in a situation where you really need to find an item, but can't remember where you put it.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'My Sad Cat Loves Yarn' to remember the meaning of mislay: My Sad Cat = Misplace, Loves = Lay, Yarn = You're Not Aware.

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