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tiering

|tier-ing|

B2

/ˈtɪərɪŋ/

(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' transformed into the Middle English word 'tyer', 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 'layer or level'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'tier', meaning to arrange or organize in layers or levels.

The stadium seating was tiering to provide a better view for all spectators.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42