(Scotland) Lying beside each other, the head of the one by the feet of the other.
(Scotland) Lying beside each other, the head of the one by the feet of the other.
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(slang, idiomatic) To go to bed.
(UK, informal) To be hungover.
An idiomatic phrase meaning to go to sleep or find somewhere to sleep for the night. It has a slightly poetic or old-fashioned ring — you'd use it when describing finally getting to bed after a long day, or when searching for a place to stay. It shows up in both casual conversation and more literary contexts. Saying 'I need to lay my head' has a tired, weary vibe — the body demanding rest before the brain gets a vote.
With head directly above the neck, eyes front.
Side by side and facing forward.