The old dog lay in the shade of the tree.

Meaning: This sentence describes where the dog is resting. It's like saying, The dog was resting under the tree where the sun couldn't reach it.

Choice of Words: Lay means to rest or put something down. Shade means a place where the sun doesn't reach. Tree is a tall plant with a trunk and branches. Together, this sentence describes where the dog is resting.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The old dog lay sleeping in the warm sun.
• The old dog lay on the porch and watched the world go by.
• The old dog lay sleeping on the soft carpet.
• The bird built a nest in the tree to lay its eggs.
• The presents lay wrapped under the Christmas tree.
• The tired dog lay down on the soft grass.
• The tired dog lay on the cool grass.
• Tree give shade from sun.
• Big tree gives shade from sun.
• The tree grew and gave shade in the park.