outlay

英 /ˈaʊtleɪ/ 　美 /ˈaʊtleɪ/

n. 支出；开支Money spent on a particular purpose, especially when starting something.

Our initial outlay included tools and a sturdy workbench.

我们的初期开支包括工具和一张结实的工作台。

Although solar panels require a substantial initial outlay, they can reduce household energy costs over time.

虽然安装太阳能板需要一笔可观的前期支出，但长远来看能降低家庭能源费用。

搭配

initial outlay 初期支出capital outlay 资本支出a substantial outlay 大笔开支

常指启动项目时的开支，常搭配initial或capital。