lay something away (for someone)

lay something away (for someone)
lay something away(for someone)
to put something in storage for someone to receive at a later time. (Often said of a purchase that is held until it is paid for.) •

Please lay this away for me. I'll pay for it when I have the money.

Please lay away this coat until I can get the money together.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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