be·lay 
/bɪˈleɪ/ verb
be·lays; be·layed; be·lay·ing /bɪˈleɪ/ verb [+ obj] : to attach (a rope) to something so that it is secure
▪ The climber belayed the rope. : to attach a secure rope to (a person) for safety ▪ belay a climber
▪ The climber belayed the rope. : to attach a secure rope to (a person) for safety ▪ belay a climber
