outlay
//ˈaʊtˌleɪ//
Noun
outlaySingular
outlaysPlural
1
An amount of money spent on something, especially as an investment or for a specific purpose.
The initial outlay for the new equipment was significant, but it will save money in the long run.
2
The act of spending or expending money or resources.
The outlay of funds for the new project was carefully planned.
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Verb
1
To spend or expend money or resources.
The company outlaid a significant amount on new equipment.