lay·out
ˈlÄ-ËŒau̇t 
1
: the plan or design or arrangement of something laid out: such as
a
b
: final arrangement of matter to be reproduced especially by printing
2
: the act or process of planning or laying out in detail
3
a
: something that is laid out
a model train layout
b
: land or structures or rooms used for a particular purpose
a cattle-ranching layout
also
: place
c
: a set or outfit especially of tools
laid out; laying out; lays out
Examples of layout in a Sentence
Noun
The layout of the apartment was good, but the kitchen was too small.
She designed the page layout for the new magazine.
Verb
he laid out big bucks for a new lawnmower that runs by itself
the transatlantic balloonists laid out a backup plan in case of an emergency
Recent Examples on the Web
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
As standard, the 88 Ultima offers a generous layout with five ensuite cabins for 10 guests.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2026
Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
These arguments lay out the legal battles to come in the months (and potentially years) ahead.
—Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for layout
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Noun
The layout of the common areas is reminiscent of traditional ancient Roman housing (there are a lot of curves), albeit with bright walls plastered with contemporary artwork by local and international artists.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
As standard, the 88 Ultima offers a generous layout with five ensuite cabins for 10 guests.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
Big Wild was up next on the Be stage, bringing melodic dance and peaceful vibes to the crowd gathered, who swayed to the music or lay out on the grass.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
These arguments lay out the legal battles to come in the months (and potentially years) ahead.
—Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for layout
Cite this Entry
“Layout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/layout. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationKids Definition
layout
1 of 2 noun
lay·out
ˈlÄ-ËŒau̇t
2
: something laid out
3
: a set or outfit especially of tools
lay out
2 of 2 verb(ˈ)lÄ-ˈau̇t
1
: plan entry 2 sense 1
lay out a campaign
2
: to arrange for display or for working on
lay out an exhibit
3
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
