layer

noun
UK: /ˈleɪər/
US: /ˈleɪər/

  1. A sheet of a substance spread out on a surface.

    1. There's a layer of dust on the table.
    2. The artist applied a thin layer of varnish to protect the painting.

  2. An amount of something that covers a surface or exists between two things.

    1. We added another layer of clothing because it was cold.
    2. The cake has a layer of cream between each sponge.

  3. A level of something such as rock or gas that is different from the levels above and below it.

    1. The geologist examined the different layers of rock.
    2. The Earth's atmosphere has several layers with varying temperatures.

  4. A level within an organization or system.

    1. There are too many layers of management in this company.
    2. The new software has multiple layers of security to protect user data.

Synonyms

overlay tier stratify covering sheet film laminate level coating
layer verb

  1. To arrange something in layers.

    1. We layered the blankets for extra warmth.
    2. She layered her jewelry to create a stylish look.

  2. To cut someone's hair so that it is different lengths.

    1. I asked the stylist to layer my hair.
    2. She wants to layer her hair to add volume and movement.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "layer" in English means: A sheet of a substance spread out on a surface., An amount of something that covers a surface or exists between two things., A level of something such as rock or gas that is different from the levels above and below it., A level within an organization or system..

The phonetic transcription of "layer" is /ˈleɪər/ in British English and /ˈleɪər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "layer": overlay, tier, stratify, covering, sheet, film, laminate, level, coating.

Example usage of "layer": "There's a layer of dust on the table.". More examples on the page.