layout
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
the way that text, images, or objects are arranged on a page or screen.
the spatial arrangement of editorial content, graphics, and advertising on a page or digital interface.
Simple“I like the layout of this magazine because the photos are very large.”
In context“The graphic designer revised the website layout to ensure that the navigation menu remained accessible on smaller mobile screens.”
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
the way that a building or a piece of land is organized.
the plan or topographical arrangement of a physical site, building, or interior space.
Simple“The layout of the apartment is great because the kitchen opens into the living room.”
In context“The factory layout was optimized to minimize the distance materials had to travel between the assembly line and the shipping bay.”
Synonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
a detailed drawing showing where parts of a machine or electronic chip go.
a technical specification of an integrated circuit or mechanical system showing the physical position of components.
Simple“The engineer checked the circuit layout for any possible errors before production.”
In context“The silicon layout required several iterations to resolve heat dissipation issues caused by the high density of transistors in the central processing unit.”
- 04 C2 Proficiency
a position where your body is completely straight and stretched out.
a body position in sports like gymnastics or diving where the legs are straight and the body is fully extended.
Simple“The diver performed a perfect layout before entering the water.”
In context“The gymnast executed a double backflip in a layout position, maintaining perfect form until the landing.”
“As you revisit these levels, trying to shave off vital seconds, their layouts begin to make much more sense.”
“The Infinite Machine Olto is a great electric scooter, one with an overall layout that echoes the classic Vespa.”
Deverbal from lay out.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.