layered — Having multiple levels, tiers, or components arranged one on top of another; complex with several dimensions or aspects.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Having multiple levels, tiers, or components arranged one on top of another; complex with several dimensions or aspects.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈleɪərd/
Korean meaning: 층을 이룬, 복합적인
Korean pronunciation: 레이-어드 (강세: 레이)
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's layered winter outfit made her look like a walking closet.
- The company uses a layered security system to protect sensitive data.
- Her layered haircut was so complicated that even her hairdresser got confused.
layered
ADJECTIVE//ˈleɪərd//
Having multiple levels, tiers, or components arranged one on top of another; complex with several dimensions or aspects.
Having multiple levels, tiers, or components arranged one on top of another; complex with several dimensions or aspects.
The layered cake lies scattered, the chef's apron tattered!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'layer', derived from the verb 'lay' meaning 'to put down or place'. Originally related to hens laying eggs, it evolved to mean 'one who lays' and then 'something that is laid down in layers'.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My grandmother's layered winter outfit made her look like a walking closet.”
“The company uses a layered security system to protect sensitive data.”
“Her layered haircut was so complicated that even her hairdresser got confused.”
“The geological formation showed clearly layered rock strata.”
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