B2 noun Neutre

layer

/ˈleɪ.ər/

A layer is a single thickness, sheet, or level of a material that covers a surface or is placed between other things. It can refer to physical substances like paint and geological strata, or abstract levels of complexity and meaning.

Exemples

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1

I usually wear several layers of clothing in the winter to stay warm.

I wear many pieces of clothes on top of each other during winter for warmth.

2

The investigation revealed a complex layer of bureaucracy within the organization.

The study showed many complicated levels of administrative rules in the company.

3

Just add a thick layer of frosting to the cake once it cools down.

Put a lot of icing on top of the cake when it is not hot anymore.

Famille de mots

Nom
layer
Verb
layer
Adjectif
layered
Apparenté
layering
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Layer Cake'—it has several horizontal parts of cake and cream stacked on top of each other.

Quiz rapide

The archaeologist carefully removed the top ____ of soil to find the ancient artifacts.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : layer

Exemples

1

I usually wear several layers of clothing in the winter to stay warm.

everyday

I wear many pieces of clothes on top of each other during winter for warmth.

2

The investigation revealed a complex layer of bureaucracy within the organization.

formal

The study showed many complicated levels of administrative rules in the company.

3

Just add a thick layer of frosting to the cake once it cools down.

informal

Put a lot of icing on top of the cake when it is not hot anymore.

4

Sedimentary rocks are formed by the gradual accumulation of layers of mineral particles.

academic

Rocks are made when levels of minerals build up slowly over time.

5

We need to remove a layer of middle management to improve communication flow.

business

We should eliminate one level of managers to help people talk to each other better.

Famille de mots

Nom
layer
Verb
layer
Adjectif
layered
Apparenté
layering

Collocations courantes

outer layer the external surface or level
protective layer a level that provides safety or defense
ozone layer the part of the atmosphere that protects Earth
thin layer a small amount of material spread over an area
multiple layers many different levels or sheets

Phrases Courantes

layer upon layer

many levels stacked on each other

peel back the layers

to investigate something deeply to find the hidden truth

the next layer

the following level of detail or substance

Souvent confondu avec

layer vs liar

A 'layer' is a level of material, whereas a 'liar' is a person who tells falsehoods.

layer vs tier

While similar, 'tier' usually refers to levels in a hierarchy or rows of seats, whereas 'layer' usually refers to physical thickness.

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Notes d'usage

Use 'layer' when describing things that are stacked or spread out over one another. It is very common in cooking, geology, and clothing contexts.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners sometimes use 'level' when 'layer' is more appropriate for physical materials (e.g., 'a level of dust' should be 'a layer of dust').

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Layer Cake'—it has several horizontal parts of cake and cream stacked on top of each other.

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Origine du mot

Derived from Middle English 'leier', originally referring to a person who lays stones or bricks in a specific order.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun Regular plural: layers Can function as a transitive verb (e.g., 'to layer something')
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Contexte culturel

In culinary traditions, layering is a key concept for dishes like lasagna, tiramisu, and trifle.

Quiz rapide

The archaeologist carefully removed the top ____ of soil to find the ancient artifacts.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : layer

Mots lis

antiphobure

C1

A specialized substance, treatment, or psychological mechanism used to counteract or neutralize a specific phobia or chronic state of fear. It refers to both pharmacological agents and therapeutic interventions that specifically target the reduction of irrational dread.

contrastaency

C1

This adjective describes a state or quality characterized by sharp, distinct differences or a high degree of contrast against a surrounding context. It is primarily used in technical, artistic, or analytical settings to highlight elements that are intentionally divergent or visually striking.

transrogous

C1

A transrogous is a transitional entity or conceptual bridge that connects two distinct systems, categories, or states of being. It is primarily used in theoretical modeling to describe a point of intersection where properties of both surrounding domains are visible.

semiuniation

C1

The process or state of being partially joined or incomplete unification where elements remain distinct despite being combined. It typically describes a compromise between total separation and a complete merger in organizational or technical contexts.

antehospdom

C1

To provide preliminary care or hospitality within a domestic setting before a person is admitted to a formal institution or before a formal event occurs. This term describes the transitional phase of home-based management that precedes professional intervention.

superdentable

C1

To create profound and permanent indentations in a surface by applying extreme force or pressure. This term is typically used in specialized material stress tests to describe the act of compromising a structural surface's integrity through excessive marking.

multivity

C1

The state or quality of possessing multiple dimensions, functions, or activities simultaneously within a single system or entity. It describes a complex nature where various roles or layers coexist and interact rather than existing in isolation.

encitor

C1

A person or agent that rouses, stimulates, or provokes others into action or a particular emotional state. It is typically used to describe an individual who instigates change or a catalyst that initiates a complex process.

multicarnness

C1

Relating to the state of possessing or manifesting in multiple physical bodies or fleshy forms simultaneously. It is used to describe entities, particularly in speculative fiction or philosophy, that transcend a single biological vessel.

supermentdom

C1

A state or condition of absolute intellectual supremacy or a realm governed by an elite group of superior minds. It refers to the conceptual domain where cognitive power and mental prowess dictate the structure of authority or society.

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