layperson

noun
UK: /ˈleɪpɜːsən/
US: /ˈleɪpɜːrsən/

  1. A person who does not have special or expert knowledge in a particular subject.

    1. This book is for any layperson interested in science.
    2. The article explained the complex legal matter in terms easily understood by any layperson.

Synonyms

nonexpert amateur outsider novice

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Synonyms for "layperson": nonexpert, amateur, outsider, novice.

Example usage of "layperson": "This book is for any layperson interested in science.". More examples on the page.