layers

lay-ers · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Multiple sheets, quantities, or thicknesses of material placed one on top of another.

  2. 2.

    Different levels within a system or structure.

  3. 3.

    (geology) Strata of rock, soil, or sediment.

  4. 4.

    (computing/graphics) Separate levels in image editing that can be modified independently.

Related words

See also: layer, levels, strata
Synonyms: coatings, levels, strata

Etymology

Plural of layer, from Middle English, from lay ("to put down") + -er.