I think it (The US version) means putting papers from my hands because I'm discussing them back down on the table surface where they will rest with my other notes.
In contrast to the UK meaning which seems to be to take the topic from a briefcase under the table and place it for discussion on the table in front of everyone.
In contrast to the UK meaning which seems to be to take the topic from a briefcase under the table and place it for discussion on the table in front of everyone.