lay out
phr. v..phr. v.. to arrange something in a clear way or to explain something in detail.
phr. v.. to place or arrange something in an orderly manner; to present information systematically; transitive phrasal verb with particle 'out'.
She laid out the plan for the meeting.
The teacher laid out the lesson plan before class began.
The architect laid out the blueprints for the new building with meticulous attention to detail.
typically followed by a direct object, such as items being arranged or information being presented.
contrast with 'lay' (to place something) and 'set out' (similar but more formal); 'lay out' implies organisation or explanation.
He lay the clothes on the bed.He laid out the clothes on the bed.the particle 'out' is required for the phrasal verb meaning; omitting it changes the meaning to simple placement.