layers (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈleɪərz/
Definition
A covering or sheet of a substance or material spread or deposited on a surface or between other surfaces.
Examples
The onion has many thin layers.
She wore several layers of clothing to stay warm.
The geological strata show distinct layers of rock.
How to Use layers
- layers of (prepositional phrase)
- Indicating what the layers consist of or are made from. — "We found several layers of dust on the furniture."
- multiple layers (collocation)
- More than one distinct covering or sheet. — "The protective gear had multiple layers for safety."
- distinct layers (collocation)
- Clearly separate and identifiable layers. — "The soil sample showed distinct layers of sediment."
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