lay out

/lˈeɪ ˈaʊt/

to lay out

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: lay]

to arrange a group of things neatly and according to a detailed plan

synonyms : array

get ready for a particular purpose or event

synonyms : set

to describe something such as a plan or concept clearly and in detail

bring forward and present to the mind

synonyms : present

spend or invest

Examples

1. The baseball field was laid out in the form of a diamond.

2. The contract also lays out the bond agent's terms for the defendant's release.

3. The new constitution laid out citizens’ fundamental rights.

4. And the latest edition of the DSM lays out two key symptoms of depression.