noun / verb
delay
di-LAY/dɪˈleɪ/
A wait or the act of making something happen later than expected.
The flight's delay leaves the passengers waiting beside their luggage.
Etymology
The pieces suggest leaving something aside or putting it off. The noun originally named the act of deferring; here it names the waiting caused by that postponement.
In context
reasonable delays for mediation. However, parties must show that progress is being made and that the delay is likely to result in a resolution.
More examples
- Heavy rain delayed the start of the game.
- We expect delays during road repairs.
- Please send the signed form without delay.
Forms
delay · delays · delayed · delaying