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bay

(bā),

1. In anatomy, a recess containing fluid.

2. Especially, the lacrimal bay.

bay

(bā)

(Laurus nobilis) Available as a berry, leaves, oils, and extract; clinical studies suggest value as an antiulcerative in laboratory animals and in gastrointestinal disease; purported uses include as an antirheumatic, diuretic, and antiseptic.
Synonym(s): sweet bay.

bay

(bā)

In anatomy, a recess containing fluid, but especially, the lacrimal bay.

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That result earned them 20 points and enabled them to hold at bay defending champions Cardiff, who powered their way to a 149-78 success against Prestatyn-based Ffrith.

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According to Washington Post, such an eventuality would threaten not only the entrenched rulers already battling to hold at bay a clamor for democratic change, but also the entire balance of power in the volatile region, analysts and experts said.