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Meaning of the word "lay out" in English

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lay out

US /leɪ aʊt/
UK /leɪ aʊt/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

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

Example:
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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.
Synonym:
spread outunfolddisplayarrangeset out
2.

to plan or design something in detail

Example:
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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.
Synonym:
plandesignarrangeorganizepresent
3.

to spend a large amount of money

Example:
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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.
Synonym:
spendexpenddisburseinvestpay out
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laylay onlay bylay intolay downlay offlay up