verb:to stop employing someone, usually because there is no work for them to do
The company had to lay off 50 workers due to the economic downturn.
verb:to stop doing or using something, especially something harmful or annoying
My doctor told me I need to lay off salty foods to lower my blood pressure.
verb:to stop bothering or criticizing someone
Will you please lay off me? I'm doing the best I can.
