lay out

US /leɪ aʊt/
UK /leɪ aʊt/
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1.

to spread something out on a surface so that it can be seen or used

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She laid out the map on the table.
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The clothes were laid out neatly on the bed.
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spread outunfolddisplayarrangeset out
2.

to plan or design something in detail

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The architect laid out the plans for the new building.
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He laid out his arguments clearly in the presentation.
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plandesignarrangeorganizepresent
3.

to spend a large amount of money

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They had to lay out a lot of money for the new car.
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The company laid out millions on research and development.
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spendexpenddisburseinvestpay out
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