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two-layered

|two/lay/ered|

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/tuː ˈleɪərd/

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/tuː ˈleɪəd/

(layer)

covering sheet

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleVerbVerbAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'layer' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'layere,' where 'lay' meant 'to place or arrange.'

Historical Evolution

'layere' transformed into the modern English word 'layer' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to place or arrange,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a sheet or thickness of material.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

consisting of two distinct layers or levels.

The cake was two-layered, with chocolate and vanilla.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42