layer
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: layers · layering · layered
Sense 1
A single thickness of some material covering a surface.
Noun
Examples
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
A single thickness of some material covering a surface. — An item of clothing worn under or over another.
Một món đồ quần áo mặc dưới hoặc trên món khác
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Noun
Examples
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
To cut or divide into layers.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
To arrange in layers.
Verb
Examples
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.