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Definition of layering - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
structurearranged in layers or levels
- The cake had a beautiful layering design.
Noun
1.
structurearrangement of layers in a structure
- The layering of bricks was done carefully.
2.
horticultureTECH. method used for plant propagationTECH.
- Layering involves bending a stem to the ground to encourage rooting..
3.
geologyTECH. banded appearance in rocks with different mineralsTECH.
- The rock's layering was clearly visible.
Images of layering
arrangement of layers in a structure 
banded appearance in rocks with different minerals
Origin of layering
Old English, leag (layer) + -ing (process)
Terms with layering included in their meaning
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festival props
objects made by layering paper and glue over molds
baking ingredient
light, flaky pastry made by layering dough and fat
layering
add a new layer or quality to something
layering effect
place one thing over another so that both are still evident
layered dessert
dessert made by layering cookies or wafers with whipped cream or pudding
ecology
vertical layering of vegetation in a forest
horticulture
propagate a plant by layering
studio layering
music production technique from the 1960s
nuclear technology
layering technique in some nuclear bombs
materials science
process of layering materials to form composites
metalwork
the process of layering materials in ironworking
music
layering of musical texture
darkroom method
making one picture by layering two or more shots on film
geology
layering of rocks into thin sheets
layering
place something between layers
layering
dress worn over another garment
layering
superimposed on something else
layering
placed on top of something
layering
layer placed on top of another
outerwear
shirt worn over other clothes for layering
layering
causing layers to form
archaeology
layering of deposits forming a site's chronology
visual layering
placing one image over another
philosophical layering
building higher categories on lower ones
Examples of layering in a sentence
The layering effect in the sculpture was impressive. The geologist studied the layering of sedimentary rocks. The cake's layering was intricate and colorful. Gardeners often use layering to propagate roses. Layering is a reliable technique for difficult-to-root plants. Geologists studied the layering in the canyon walls.
The distinct layering indicated different geological periods.
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- French:stratifié, stratification, ...
- German:geschichtet, Schichtung, ...
- Italian:a strati, stratificazione, ...
- Spanish:en capas, estratificación, ...
- Portuguese:em camadas, estratificação, ...
- Chinese:分层的, 层次, ...
- Japanese:層状, 積層, ...
- Arabic:طبقي, تَرتيب الطَبَقات, ...
- Hebrew:שִׁכְבָתִי, סִידּוּר שְׁכָבוֹת, ...
- Russian:слоистый, наслоение, ...
- Ukrainian:шаруватий, шарування, ...
- Hindi:परतदार, परत, ...
Definition of layer - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
clothingitem of clothing worn under or over another
- She wore a layer of wool under her coat.
2.
coatingthickness of substance covering a surface
- He applied a thick layer of paint to the wall..
3.
materialsstratum of material naturally or artificially formed
- The cake had multiple layers of chocolate and cream..
4.
structureone of the items in a hierarchy
- The management layer is responsible for decision-making.
5.
artTECH. one in a stack of drawing surfaces in graphicsTECH.
- Each layer in the image can be edited separately.
Verb
1.
formingcover a surface with a thin, even coating
- Snow layered the ground overnight.
2.
cuttingcut into thin layers
- He layered the cake into three parts.
3.
arrangingarrange items in overlapping layers
- She layered the lasagna with pasta and cheese.
4.
horticultureTECH. propagate a plant by layeringTECH.
- She decided to layer the shrubs to create more plants..
Images of layer
thickness of substance covering a surface
Expressions with layer
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stack upwards in layers or overlay repeatedly
To build the cake, layer up the sponge and cream.
cake with multiple layers and sweet filling
She baked a delicious chocolate layer cake.
part of something that lies between its top and bottom parts
The cake had a creamy middle layer between the chocolate sponges.
multiple layers stacked on top of each other
The cake had layer upon layer of chocolate.
covering that shields something underneath from damage or harmful influence
The wax forms a protective layer over the wood surface.
sweet almond paste layer used in cakes
The cake had a thick marzipan layer.
the layer of soil or earth on the ground
The ground layer was rich with nutrients.
soft green carpet of plants on the ground
The moss layer made the forest floor feel like a sponge.
the layer of small plants under trees
The herb layer is full of ferns and flowers.
layer in upper atmosphere with much ozone that blocks harmful sunlight
The ozone layer protects us from the sun's dangerous rays.
part of a network where end devices connect to shared resources
Switches in the access layer connect office computers to the company network.
deepest layer of the epidermis in skin
The basal layer contains cells that continually divide and push upwards to replace older skin.
thin material placed between surfaces to help them stick together firmly
The engineer applied a bonding layer before casting the second concrete slab.
intermediate sheet or film that protects surfaces or reduces harmful contact
A buffer layer was added to prevent cracks in the coating.
level in a system that hides low-level details behind a simpler interface
The operating system provides an abstraction layer over the hardware.
upper tier that offers support for programs that people operate
Developers added new security checks at the application layer of the system.
thin zone that slows or stops movement of substances between two sides
The coating forms a barrier layer that protects the metal from corrosion.
layer of fluid near a solid surface
The boundary layer affects the drag on the airplane.
layer of cells forming during embryogenesis
The germ layer differentiates into various tissues.
lowest part of a network that turns data bits into signals
The physical layer defines how devices send bits over the cable.
part of a network system that manages data exchange between devices
TCP is a common protocol used at the transport layer.
layer of cells where a plant part detaches
The abscission layer forms where the leaf stem meets the branch..
the F region of the ionosphere
The Appleton layer is crucial for radio communication.
lowest ionosphere region reflecting low-frequency radio waves
The D-layer affects radio communication during the day.
Origin of layer
Middle English, leyer (layer)
Examples of layer in a sentence
The fashion designer suggested a layer of silk for elegance. The cake had a layer of chocolate icing. A layer of dust covered the old furniture. The geologist examined the rock layers. The software has a security layer to protect data. Each layer of the cake was a different flavor.
The artist added a new layer to the digital painting. Layers can be rearranged for different visual effects. Leaves layered the forest floor in autumn. Dust layered the old furniture in the attic. The chef layered the salmon thinly before baking it. Layer the potatoes before arranging them in the dish. He layered the cake with frosting and fruit. The artist layered colors to create depth. Gardeners often layer plants to increase their stock. He learned how to layer roses from his grandmother.
View all translations of layer
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- French:couche, recouvrir, ...
- German:Lage, bedecken, ...
- Italian:strato, stratificare, ...
- Spanish:capa, estratificar, ...
- Portuguese:camada, cobrir, ...
- Chinese:内搭, 覆盖, ...
- Japanese:レイヤー, 積もる, ...
- Arabic:طَبَقَة, غَشَّى بِطَبَقَة, ...
- Hebrew:שִׁכְבָה, לְצַפּוֹת, ...
- Russian:слой, покрывать, ...
- Ukrainian:шар, покривати, ...
- Hindi:परत, परत बनाना, ...
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