lay something out
phrasal verb with lay verb uk/leɪ/ us/leɪ/ laid
(ARRANGE)
C1 排列，摆放，铺开
to arrange something on a flat surface
Most of Manhattan is laid out in/on a grid pattern. 在曼哈顿的大部分地区呈网格状排列。
We laid the pieces of the dress pattern out on the floor. 我们把衣服样品一件一件都摊开在地板上。
(SPEND MONEY)
C2 informal（大把）花（钱）
to spend money, especially a large amount
It's not every day you lay out $500 on a dress. 花500美元买条长裙可不是常有的事。
See also: outlay noun
(EXPLAIN)
C1 （通常用书写的方式）向…清楚地解释
to explain something clearly, usually in writing
The code of practice lays out very clearly what the duties of the registrar are. 行为规范清楚写明了注册员的责任。