English · Word Candidate

layout

/ˈleɪ.aʊt/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: layouts · layouting · layouted

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Meaning · English

A structured arrangement of items within certain limits.

Noun

The garden’s layout was designed for easy access to all plants.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

A plan for such arrangement.

Noun

The architect presented the building’s floor layout.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

to layout (plan for an arrangement)

Verb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “layout” mean?

A structured arrangement of items within certain limits.

Is “layout” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.