"Waylay" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Waylay" Meaning

To ambush or attack someone suddenly, often in a surprise attack or an unexpected situation.

Example: "The tourists were waylaid by a group of thugs who robbed them on the street."

Synonyms: ambush, attack, ambush, assault, confront.

Note: In geography, "waylay" can also mean a narrow or winding road that follows a steep slope.

"Waylay" Examples

Examples of "waylay"

Verb

The private investigator had to waylay the accused person without arousing suspicion.
The protesters tried to waylay the politician's motorcade to deliver their demands.
The police had to waylay the hijackers to prevent them from escaping.
The robbers attempted to waylay the armored truck on the road.
The surprise picnic held up the hikers, and waylaid their expedition to the summit.