Relay — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈrē-ˌlā/ (noun) /(ˌ)rē-ˈlā/ (verb) re·lay

Meaning & Definition of Relay

Relay (noun)

  1. a supply (as of horses) arranged beforehand for successive relief
  2. a number of persons who relieve others in some work
  3. a race between teams in which each team member successively covers a specified portion of the course

Relay (verb)

  1. to place or dispose in relays
  2. to provide with relays
  3. to pass along by relays
  4. to lay again

Relay (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to give something (such as information or an object) to someone else

    "They relayed the good news to their children just before leaving for work."

    similar: communicate, convey, give, impart, spread, transfer, transmit, bear, carry, buck, hand, hand over, pass, reach, broadcast, disseminate, propagate, cede, deliver, give up, release, relinquish, render, surrender, turn over, yield

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Relay

The most common words with a similar meaning to Relay:

communicate, convey, give, impart, spread, transfer, transmit, bear, carry, buck, hand, hand over, pass, reach, broadcast, disseminate, propagate, cede, deliver, give up, release, relinquish, render, surrender, turn over, yield

Word Forms of Relay

Inflections: relayed, relaying, relaid

Origin & Etymology of Relay

Middle English, set of fresh hounds, from relayen

First known use: 15th century

Words & Phrases Containing Relay

medley relay

Frequently Asked Questions about Relay

What does "Relay" mean?

"Relay" means a supply (as of horses) arranged beforehand for successive relief. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a supply (as of horses) arranged beforehand for successive relief.

What is another word for "Relay"?

Other words for "Relay" include communicate, convey, give, impart, spread, transfer, transmit and bear. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Relay" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Relay"?

There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Relay". Common alternatives include communicate, convey, give, impart, spread, transfer, transmit, bear, carry and buck.

How do you use "Relay" in a sentence?

Examples of "Relay" in a sentence: "They relayed the good news to their children just before leaving for work.".

Is "Relay" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Relay" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Relay"?

"Relay" is pronounced /ˈrē-ˌlā/ as a noun and /(ˌ)rē-ˈlā/ as a verb and divided into syllables as re·lay.

What is the origin of the word "Relay"?

"Relay" comes from Middle English, set of fresh hounds, from relayen. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Relay" meaning "to give something (such as information or an object) to someone else"?

When "Relay" (verb) means to give something (such as information or an object) to someone else, synonyms include communicate, convey, give, impart, spread and transfer.