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layout

lay·out [ láy òwt ] (plural lay·outs)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. way things are arranged: the way component parts or individual items are arranged

2. design showing positions: a design or plan showing the way things are arranged

3. design of printed matter: the design or arrangement of printed material such as an advertisement or the pages of a book

4. page showing design: a page or pages showing the design for printed material

5. designing of printed material: the art of designing printed material

6. establishment: a residence, business establishment, or other property, especially one that is large or elaborate
a new high-tech manufacturing layout

7. set of tools: a set or kit of tools ( dated )

8. gymnastics gymnastic position: a position in the air in which the performer's body is straight with the arms extended

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