relay

Pronunciation

• (noun) IPA ^(key): /ˈriːleɪ/
• (verb) IPA ^(key): /riˈleɪ/ or /ˈriːleɪ/

Noun

Singular relay

Plural relays

1. (athletics) Relay is a track and field discipline where runners take turns in carrying a baton from start to finish.
2. (electronics) A relay is a electrical component that allows a small electrical voltage or current to control a larger voltage or current

Verb

Plain form relay

Third-person singular relays

Past tense relayed

Past participle relayed

Present participle relaying

1. (transitive) If you relay a message of information, you pass on or transfer it to someone or something.

   The CCTV cameras relay what's going on to the headquarters.

   Can you relay this message to John?