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Synonyms
al·lay (ə-lā́)

[Middle English aleien, from Old English ālecgan, to lay down, ā-, intensive pref., + lecgan, to lay; see lay1.]

transitive verb: -layed, -lay·ing, -lays. 

  1. To reduce the intensity of; relieve: allay back pains. See synonyms at relieve
  2. To calm or pacify; set to rest: allayed the fears of the worried citizens.

derivatives

al·laýer
noun