transitive. With on, upon. To place, lay, or set (a thing) on something for support or restraint.

figurative. To cause to rest on, upon or in (a firm support, base or ground); to base or ground upon, to fix or set firmly in.

transitive. To lay in a cradle.

transitive. To rest, support, or place (the head, body, etc.) on or as on a pillow; to cushion; to lay down on a pillow. Also figurative and in…

To place or rest (an object) on a ledge, or in a position offering only narrow or slight support.