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tiered

|tiered|

B2

🇺🇸

/tɪrd/

🇬🇧

/tɪəd/

(tier)

layer or level

Base FormPluralPresent Participle
tiertierstiering
Etymology
Etymology Information

'tier' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'tire', where 'tire' meant 'rank or row'.

Historical Evolution

'tire' changed from Old French word 'tire' and eventually became the modern English word 'tier'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'rank or row', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a level or layer'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'tier'.

The seats were tiered to provide a better view.

Adjective 1

having multiple levels or layers.

The wedding cake was beautifully tiered.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45