lay out vs set out

lay out and set out both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
lay out	No	No	Yes	No
set out	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, lay out and set out are synonyms defined as:

lay out and set out: lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line

Other synonyms of lay out include array, range.

lay out (verb)	set out (verb)
get ready for a particular purpose or event	take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
provide a detailed plan or design	lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line
bring forward and present to the mind	depart for someplace
lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line
spend or invest