Word: LAYER
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Definition of LAYER
- A single thickness of some material covering a surface.
"After the first coat of paint dried, he applied another layer."
- A (usually) horizontal deposit; a stratum.
"I find seven-layer cake a bit too rich."
- One of the items in a hierarchy.
"mired in layers of deceit"
- To cut or divide (something) into layers
- To arrange (something) in layers.
"Layer the ribbons on top of one another to make an attractive pattern."
- A person who lays things, such as tiles.
- A mature female bird, insect, etc. that is able to lay eggs.
"When dealing with an infestation of headlice, the first step is to eliminate the layers."
- A hen kept to lay eggs.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "layer" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "layer", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LAYER a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is LAYER worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in LAYER? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing LAYER:
- # the layer effect
- # master of layer
- # playing with layer
- # in terms of layer
Hook Words
Valid words formed by adding a letter to the start or end of LAYER:
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of LAYER:
Word Family
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Same Length Words (5 Letters)
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Words Starting with L
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