lay out — to arrange or spread things out in a particular order or pattern
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to arrange or spread things out in a particular order or pattern
Pronunciation (IPA): /leɪ aʊt/
Example Sentences
- The teacher laid out all the exam rules before we even sat down.
- He laid out his entire paycheck on a limited-edition sneaker, then had to eat instant noodles for a month.
- She carefully laid out her outfit for the interview, but her dog decided to nap right on top of it.
lay out
VERB[/leɪ aʊt/]
to arrange or spread things out in a particular order or pattern
The architect lays out the blueprint on the giant table for everyone to see.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'lecgan' (to lay/place) combined with the directional particle 'out', originally meaning to spread something outward physically.
Breakdown
lay (to place/put down) + out (outward, in full view)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The teacher laid out all the exam rules before we even sat down.”
“He laid out his entire paycheck on a limited-edition sneaker, then had to eat instant noodles for a month.”
“She carefully laid out her outfit for the interview, but her dog decided to nap right on top of it.”
“The government official laid out the new policy in front of a very confused crowd.”
“The city planners laid out the park with wide paths and plenty of benches.”
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