layer

/ˈleɪ̯ɚ/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: layers · layering · layered

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A single thickness of some material covering a surface.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Một lớp dày của vật liệu phủ bề mặt

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Noun

Examples

Wrap the loaf in two layers of aluminum foil before putting it in the oven.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A single thickness of some material covering a surface. — An item of clothing worn under or over another.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Một món đồ quần áo mặc dưới hoặc trên món khác

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Noun

Examples

It's cold now but it will warm up this afternoon. Make sure you wear layers.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To cut or divide into layers.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Cắt hoặc chia thành lớp

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Verb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 4

Meaning · English

To arrange in layers.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Sắp xếp thành lớp

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Verb

Examples

Layer the ribbons on top of one another to make an attractive pattern.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “layer” mean?

A single thickness of some material covering a surface.

Is “layer” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.