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The correct spelling is paying.
How to pronounce paying
/ˈpeɪ.ɪŋ/
verbIPA: /ˈpeɪ.ɪŋ/
Say it like: Pay-ing
The correct spelling is paying. To give money or other compensation to in exchange for goods or services. For example: "he paid her off the books and in kind where possible"
Usage Examples
“he paid her off the books and in kind where possible”
“he has paid his debt to society”
“It didn't pay him to keep the store open any more.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To give money or other compensation to in exchange for goods or services.
- 2.To discharge, as a debt or other obligation, by giving or doing what is due or required.
- 3.To be profitable for.
- 4.To give (something else than money).
- 5.To be profitable or worth the effort.
noun
- 1.Payment
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