This is the 463rd most frequent Dutch word.
legt
The Dutch word "legt" means "lays" or "places" in English.
Here, 'legt uit' is part of a phrasal verb meaning 'explains'. It demonstrates the use of the word in providing clarification.
Hij legt uit hoe het apparaat werkt.
He explains how the device works.
In this context, 'legt' means 'lays' and refers to the laying of eggs by a bird.
De vogel legt elke lente meerdere eieren.
The bird lays several eggs every spring.
In this sentence, 'legt' is a verb meaning 'places'. It denotes the action of putting something somewhere.