noun Uncommon

bays

bayz

Bays (noun) means plural of bay — coastal inlets, or (older sense) a coarse woollen fabric called baize. Example: “The coastline was dotted with quiet bays perfect for swimming.”

noun

Plural of bay — coastal inlets, or (older sense) a coarse woollen fabric called baize.

"The coastline was dotted with quiet bays perfect for swimming."

"The tailor lined the coat with a length of bays."

How to use bays

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishUsually just the plural of "bay" (a stretch of coastline curving inward); an old, rarer sense refers to a coarse woollen cloth.

Common pairings

sandy bays loading bays

Word forms

Bayses plural

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Etymology

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Rhymes for bays

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bays” mean?

The word “bays” means plural of bay — coastal inlets, or (older sense) a coarse woollen fabric called baize. In plain terms, usually just the plural of "bay" (a stretch of coastline curving inward); an old, rarer sense refers to a coarse woollen cloth.

How do you pronounce “bays”?

“Bays” is pronounced bayz (/beɪz/ in IPA).

How do you use “bays” in a sentence?

Here is “bays” used in a sentence: “The coastline was dotted with quiet bays perfect for swimming.”

What part of speech is “bays”?

“Bays” is a noun.

Is “bays” a common word?

“Bays” is an uncommon word in modern English.