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bailey

Pronunciation: [ˈbeɪli]

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Learn how to use bailey in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “architecture”

(noun) a space or courtyard that is surrounded by walls, often found near a castle. A bailey is a part of the castle's defenses and where people might live or work.

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The castle had a large bailey where the warriors trained and the villagers gathered.

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There wasn't a bailey around the old building, so it looked very plain.

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What activities took place in the bailey of the castle?

Context: “games”

(noun) a type of small ball used in some games, such as the game of bowls or lawn bowling. It's the ball you try to roll towards a target.

Example

She rolled the bailey perfectly, landing it right next to the target.

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He couldn't find his bailey and had to borrow one from a friend.

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Can you show me how to throw the bailey in the game?

Context: “law”

(noun) a term used in some legal systems referring to a person who has certain duties, usually in a court. It might refer to someone who is helping with legal matters.

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The bailey provided important assistance during the trial.

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Without a bailey, the legal process became much more complicated.

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What role does the bailey play in the court proceedings?

How to pronounce bailey

Pronunciation: [ˈbeɪli]

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