belay

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   To make (a rope) fast by turning it around a fastening point such as a cleat.
2. 2
   To handle a climbing rope to prevent (a climber) from falling to the ground.
3. 3
   To lay aside; to stop; to cancel.
4. 4
   The general command to stop or cease.
5. 5
   To surround; to environ; to enclose.
6. 6
   To overlay; to adorn.
7. 7
   To besiege; invest; surround.
8. 8
   To lie in wait for in order to attack; block up or obstruct.
9. 9
   simple past of belie (“encompass”)

Noun

1. 1
   The securing of a rope to a rock or other sturdy object.
2. 2
   The object to which a rope is secured.
3. 3
   A location at which a climber stops and builds an anchor with which to secure their partner.

Proper noun

1. 1
   A surname.