Pronunciation: /leɪər/
noun a sheet, quantity, or thickness of material, typically one of several, covering a surface or body
A1 I put another layer of paint on the canvas.
A2 The cake was made of layers of sponge and cream.
B1 The atmosphere consists of several layers of gases.
B2 The archaeological site revealed multiple layers of ancient civilizations.
C1 The novel had a complex narrative with many layers of meaning.
C2 The artist's work was praised for its intricate layering of colors and textures.
verb to arrange in a layer or layers
A1 She layered the cake with frosting.
A2 He layered the lasagna with cheese and sauce.
B1 The artist layered different colors to create a beautiful painting.
B2 The chef layered the ingredients in the casserole dish.
C1 The architect layered the design with intricate details.
C2 The filmmaker layered the scenes with symbolism and foreshadowing.
formal The geologist studied the different layers of rock in the canyon.
informal I love how this cake has layer upon layer of delicious frosting.
slang That movie had so many plot layers, it was hard to keep up.
figurative She has a layer of toughness that hides her vulnerability.
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