B2 noun 中性

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.

例句

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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.

词族

名词
layer
Verb
layer
形容词
layered
相关
layering
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记忆技巧

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

快速测验

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

正确!

正确答案是: layer

例句

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.

词族

名词
layer
Verb
layer
形容词
layered
相关
layering

常见搭配

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

常用短语

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

容易混淆的词

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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使用说明

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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常见错误

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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记忆技巧

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

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词源

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

语法模式

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

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

快速测验

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

正确!

正确答案是: layer

相关词

exarchness

C1

The state or quality of being an exarch, specifically referring to the authoritative status or regional jurisdiction of a deputy ruler or high-ranking ecclesiastical official. It describes the inherent power and dignity associated with governing a province or diocese on behalf of a higher sovereign.

perihumer

C1

A technical term referring to the anatomical region or specific tissue structures immediately surrounding the humerus bone in the upper arm. It is primarily used in orthopedic medicine and physical therapy to describe areas of concern during surgery, injury assessment, or prosthetic fitting.

microfluship

C1

A precise, automated release of a minimal amount of fluid or data used to clear a micro-system or reset high-sensitivity sensors. It is typically employed in microfluidic engineering and advanced computing to prevent sediment buildup or signal noise.

antiponness

C1

The quality or state of being opposed to or averse to hard labor, toil, or physical exertion. It describes a deep-seated resistance to performing arduous tasks, often found in philosophical or psychological discussions about the nature of work.

forenumerary

C1

Describes something that pertains to an initial or preliminary counting or listing that occurs before the main enumeration. It is typically used in administrative, historical, or technical contexts to refer to items or individuals recorded ahead of a final official tally.

detangite

C1

To separate components, strands, or ideas that have become intricately intertwined or knotted. It is most frequently used in formal or technical contexts to describe the process of unravelling a complex situation, data set, or physical structure.

unitangine

C1

Describing a process or system that operates through a single point of contact or a singular, unbranching focus. It is often used in technical or analytical contexts to denote a direct and isolated interaction between two entities.

enjectment

C1

Ejectment is a legal action or remedy brought by a person who claims title to real property to recover possession of that property. It is primarily used to remove a tenant or squatter who is wrongfully occupying the land and to settle disputes regarding the rightful owner's title.

invertite

C1

Describing something that has been reversed in position, order, or nature, or turned upside down. It is a highly specialized or archaic term used primarily in technical, historical, or biological contexts to denote a state of inversion.

malteghood

C1

Describing a state marked by deep-seated communal loyalty and historical resilience. It refers to qualities or behaviors that prioritize the preservation of a group's collective identity and shared fortitude above individual interests.

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