layer

//ˈleɪ.ər//
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Noun

layerSingular
layersPlural
1

A sheet, coating, or thickness of material that covers a surface or is placed between other things.

The cake has three layers of chocolate.

2

A level or tier in a hierarchical structure or system.

The company has several layers of management.

3

A person or thing that lays something.

This hen is a good layer and produces eggs daily.

Verb

layerInfinitive
layerPresent tense
layeredPast tense
layeredPast participle
layeringPresent participle
layersThird-person singular
1

To arrange or place in layers; to form or build up in successive levels.

Layer the pasta with cheese and sauce.

2

To cut hair in layers of different lengths to create texture and volume.

She asked the hairdresser to layer her hair.

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