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outlay

The correct spelling is outlay.

How to pronounce outlay

noun

Say it like: Owt-laee

The correct spelling is outlay. A laying out or expending; that which is laid out or expended. For example: "Without too much outlay, you could buy a second-hand car."

Usage Examples

Without too much outlay, you could buy a second-hand car.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A laying out or expending; that which is laid out or expended.
  2. 2.The spending of money, or an expenditure.
  3. 3.A remote haunt or habitation.

verb

  1. 1.To lay or spread out; expose; display.
  2. 2.To spend, or distribute money.

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