Outlaid: meaning, definitions and examples
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outlaid
[ ˈaʊtˌleɪd ]
spend money
Outlaid refers to the act of spending or expending money for a particular purpose. It typically involves an investment or a cost that is incurred. The term is often used in financial contexts, indicating how funds have been utilized for various projects or purchases. When a company outlays capital, it signifies a strategic decision to allocate resources towards growth or operational needs.
Synonyms
allocated, expended, invested, spent.
Examples of usage
- The company outlaid significant funds for research and development.
- We outlaid money to enhance our marketing strategy.
- They outlaid resources to improve customer support.
Translations
Translations of the word "outlaid" in other languages:
🇵🇹 despendido
🇮🇳 खर्च किया हुआ
🇩🇪 ausgelegt
🇮🇩 dibagikan
🇺🇦 витрачений
🇵🇱 wydany
🇯🇵 支出された
🇫🇷 déployé
🇪🇸 gasto
🇹🇷 harcanmış
🇰🇷 지출된
🇸🇦 مُنفَق
🇨🇿 vynaložený
🇸🇰 vynaložený
🇨🇳 支出的
🇸🇮 porabljen
🇮🇸 útgjald
🇰🇿 шығындалған
🇬🇪 ხარჯული
🇦🇿 xərclənmiş
🇲🇽 gasto
Etymology
The term 'outlaid' derives from the combination of 'out' and 'laid,' where 'laid' is the past participle of 'lay.' The prefix 'out' implies expenditure or going beyond a limit, while 'laid' refers to placing something down or establishing it. Historical usage traces back to the early 16th century, initially linked to laying out funds for specific purposes. Over centuries, the scope of the word expanded to encompass various contexts in finance and budgeting. Its evolution reflects changes in economic practices and the growing complexity of financial transactions, making it integral in both personal and corporate finance.