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layered Meaning & Definition

/ˈleɪ.ɚd/

What Does Layered Mean?

Layered is used as an adjective meaning Formed of layers. As a verb, it means simple past and past participle of layer. As a verb, it means To cut or divide (something) into layers.

Word Facts for Layered

Part of speechadjective, verb
Pronunciation/ˈleɪ.ɚd/
Syllables2
Synonymsstratified, superimposed and bedded
Comparative / superlativemore layered, most layered

Layered Definition (Adjective)

  1. Formed of layers.

Layered as a Verb

  1. simple past and past participle of layer

Verb

  1. To cut or divide (something) into layers
  2. To arrange (something) in layers.

    Layer the ribbons on top of one another to make an attractive pattern.

Synonyms of Layered

Layered synonyms and antonyms →

Layered in a Sentence

Layer the ribbons on top of one another to make an attractive pattern.

Word Forms & Grammar

layered (comparative more layered, superlative most layered)

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Words That Rhyme With Layered

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How to Pronounce Layered

Layered is pronounced /ˈleɪ.ɚd/ and has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (leɪ).

Layered: Your Questions Answered

Is layered an adjective or a verb?

Layered is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is another word for layered?

You can replace layered with words such as stratified, superimposed and bedded. See the full list of layered synonyms and antonyms.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of layered?

The comparative form is more layered and the superlative form is most layered.

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