What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lay out fashionable underwear (6)" mean?

The definition is "Lay". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym of "fashionable") + VEST (synonym of "underwear"); definition: "Lay out" The answer is INVEST.

Lay out fashionable underwear (6)

Guardian Cryptic #23250 | 29 Across | 2004-09-17 flower

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