noun / verb
layer
A sheet or level of material covering another, or to arrange in such levels.
A thin layer of dust covers the unused kitchen table.
Etymology
The noun grows from lay, to put something down. A layer is an extent of material laid over a surface, and the verb means arranging material in those successive levels.
More examples
- Layer the noodles and sauce in a baking dish.
- She wears several layers to stay warm outside.
- We layered blankets on the bed for extra warmth.
Forms
layer · layers · layered · layering