Meaning of the word "shell out" in English

What does "shell out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shell out

US /ˈʃɛl aʊt/
UK /ˈʃɛl aʊt/

Phrasal Verb

to pay a large amount of money for something, especially unwillingly

Example:
We had to shell out a fortune for the car repairs.
I don't want to shell out for another new computer.