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Mr. Tom Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

The table's laid...

Hi

Is it natural and normal to use the expression "the table's laid" in everyday conversation?

the table's laid=the food is ready
Come, the table's laid.
Thanks,

Tom
  

Top answer

Yes, but to me it does not mean that the food is necessarily ready-- it merely means that the table is set: the silverware, glasses and plates are laid out. It was my duty as a child to lay the table.

— Mister Micawber

  • Yes, but to me it does not mean that the food is necessarily ready-- it merely means that the table is set: the silverware, glasses and plates are laid out.
  • It was my duty as a child to lay the table.
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Yes, but to me it does not mean that the food is necessarily ready-- it merely means that the table is set: the silverware, glasses and plates are laid out. It was my duty as a child to lay the table.
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Mr. M. -- I'm trying to imagine your avatar as a child, setting the table....
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I had to wash my hands first– twice.
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