Meaning

A structured arrangement of items within certain limits..

Definitions by Sense

1. A structured arrangement of items within certain limits.
2. A plan for such arrangement.
3. The act of laying out something.
4. (publishing) The process of arranging editorial content, advertising, graphics and other information
5. (engineering) A map or a drawing of a construction site showing the position of roads, buildings or other constructions.
6. (electronics) A specification of an integrated circuit showing the position of the physical components that will implement the schematic in silicon.
7. (Internet) The customizable features of a user's profile (such as profile picture, screen name, and bio) collectively.
8. (gymnastics) A fully stretched out position of the body, with toes pointed and legs straight.

Example Sentences

The garden’s layout was designed for easy access to all plants.

The architect presented the building’s floor layout.

The magazine changed its page layout to look more modern.

He admired the efficient layout of the new website.

Word Forms

• layouts
• layouting
• layouted

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When Should You Use Lay out?

Use lay out when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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