layer 1 of 2

noun

Definition of layernext
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as in loop

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as in level

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layer

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verb

as in to stack
to form or arrange parts or pieces of something on top of each other; to form or arrange (something) in layers The next step in the recipe is to layer the pasta and the sauce in the pan. We layered the fruit with whipped cream and served it with cookies.

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Recent Examples of layer
Noun
By contrast, a regular mower can’t handle a layer that thick. — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 7 Nov. 2026 For additional protection, consider applying beneficial nematodes to the soil as a biological control and then covering the area with a fresh layer of worm castings. — Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026
Verb
This longer-length, sleeveless vest is designed for layering. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2026 There’s little more satisfying than playing and layering with my jewelry in the morning, sometimes forgetting pieces, other times overstacking them. — Libby Page, Vogue, 10 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for layer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for layer
  1. loop
  2. level
  3. stack
  4. corrugation
  5. tier
  6. pile
  7. ply
  8. stratum
Noun
  • Its stated goal is to build continuous defensive loops that find and fix weaknesses before attackers do.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The husband freed one loop, then another, and used the momentum to pull the dog toward him and out of the car.
    — Téa Obreht, New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of loop
Noun
  • Sports teams at all levels were grounded at the airport Friday afternoon.
    — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 14 Nov. 2026
  • The groups have also been involved in paring back child labor protections in state-level legislation, including in Florida.
    — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 14 Nov. 2026
Definition of level
Verb
  • That's equivalent to stacking around 9 million adult blue whales on a spoon.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Ideological court-packing The Supreme Court was enforcing that before mandatory retirements and resignations let DeSantis stack the judicial deck with right-wing ideologues.
    — Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of stack
Noun
  • Fluting and corrugation have also been added to the plate for longitudinal stiffness, and better traction comes via a Pwrtrac rubber outsole.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
  • The corrugation process guarantees that the containers are robust and lightweight, which is necessary for stacking and transportation in an efficient manner.
    — CMG Containers, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2024
Definition of corrugation
Noun
  • The result is a second tier of currencies that is increasingly fragmented, with none able to pose any real challenge to the reigning currency hegemon.
    — Gordon Liao, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2026
  • In April, the Joyn+ subscription tier added instant restart, offline downloads on mobile and more exclusive content.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of tier
Verb
  • The Dallas Cowboys were already down two starters coming into Sunday, but now the injured inactives have piled up even more ahead of the matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Once employees approach that threshold, Brick hires more people instead of piling more work on existing staff.
    — Bilin Lin, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of pile
Noun
  • Zook Cabins The interior is finished in birch ply, with vinyl flooring, and features a pleasantly modern and clean cabin-like aesthetic.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Ovation plies the Caribbean waters in the winter months, but crosses the Atlantic for Mediterranean and European adventures during spring and summer.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of ply
Noun
  • First, the samples were adjusted for unequal probability of selection by stratum.
    — New York Times, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Davidsen bucks up her balky husband with a bloodthirsty holler, stiffens her voice against doubt, and, in her final sleepwalking scene, taps into the tender stratum of Lady Macbeth’s subconscious.
    — Justin Davidson, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2026
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“Layer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layer. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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