Bay Definition & Meaning
bay
- adjective
- (used of animals especially a horse) of a moderate reddish-brown color
- noun
- an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
- the sound of a hound on the scent
- small Mediterranean evergreen tree with small blackish berries and glossy aromatic leaves used for flavoring in cooking; also used by ancient Greeks to crown victors
- a compartment on a ship between decks; often used as a hospital; "they put him in the sick bay"
- a compartment in an aircraft used for some specific purpose; "he opened the bomb bay"
- a small recess opening off a larger room
- a horse of a moderate reddish-brown color
- verb
- utter in deep prolonged tones
- bark with prolonged noises, of dogs
"Bay" in song lyrics
See how bay is used in real songs:
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"It's the bomb bay"
(11/5 f/) Taydatay — Roll 'Em Up [Edit] -
"Drivin down the streets along the bay"
2 Live Crew — Coolin' -
"Just heard about pervin' as we bounced to the Bay"
Above the Law — Playaz & Gangstas
Words that rhyme with bay
Usage tips for "bay"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bay" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bay to find words that pair well.