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Synonyms of layer
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layer
verbSynonyms of layer (Entry 2 of 2)
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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Antonyms & Near Antonyms for layer
- unpile
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“Layer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layer. Accessed 21 Oct. 2021.
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The first known use of layer was in the 13th century
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