Layer

Pronunciation

/ˈleɪər/

Definitions

Noun (n)

• A level or thickness of material that covers or underlies something else; often used in reference to a stratum in the earth’s surface, the layers of an onion, or the construction materials in a building. For example: “The archaeologists discovered several ancient layers beneath the city.”
• In technology, a layer can refer to a level or tier within a system, such as network layers or software architecture layers. Example: “Firewall rules were implemented at the application layer to enhance security.”
• In art, it could mean a coat or level of paint or other medium applied to a surface. Example: “The artist meticulously added another layer of oil paint to the canvas.”
• In fashion, it might denote an item of clothing worn over another, especially in colder weather. Example: “She wore multiple layers to protect herself from the cold.”

Verb (v)

• To arrange or stack things in layers. Example: “She layered the lasagna with alternating sheets of pasta and cheese.”
• To apply something in layers. Example: “The decorator will layer the walls with a primer before painting.”

Phrases

• “Layer by layer”: referring to the process of adding or removing parts in a systematic, step-by-step manner.
• “Onion layers”: metaphorically used to describe something with many complex or hidden levels.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The cake had three layers of sponge and cream filling.”
• Verb: “She layered the blankets on the bed to make it extra cozy.”

Synonyms

• Stratum
• Level
• Tier
• Bedding
• Coating
• Covering
• Stack
• Arrangement
• Overlay
• Plies (in specific contexts like fabrics or papers)