outlays
|out-lays|
B2
/ˈaʊtˌleɪz/
(outlay)
money spent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outlay' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'outlayen,' where 'out-' meant 'outside' and 'lay' meant 'to place.'
Historical Evolution
'outlayen' transformed into the modern English word 'outlay' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place outside,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'money spent.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the amount of money spent on something.
The company's outlays on new equipment were substantial.
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Last updated: 2025/02/10 04:35