/leɪ ən ˈækʃn/ – Phrase
Definition: đưa đơn kiện, khởi kiện vụ án.
A more thorough explanation: “To lay an action” is a legal term that refers to initiating a legal proceeding or lawsuit against someone in a court of law. It means to formally bring a legal claim or complaint against another party seeking a legal remedy or resolution.
Example: The plaintiff decided to lay an action against the defendant for breach of contract.