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layering

[lay-er-ing] / ˈleɪ ər ɪŋ /
NOUN
laying one over another
Synonyms
STRONG
accretion buildup interleaving lamination multicoating overlaying superimposing superimposition
WEAK
deposition lamellation plating stacking stratification texturing tiering


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“Software tends to work by building a stable layer that people can build on top of, and layering on top of that, and repeating and repeating and repeating,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

The unusual layering suggested that two separate events had occurred in rapid succession.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 24, 2026

Traditional fabrication relies on ultraprecision machinery to squeeze more circuits onto a single chip; Huawei is trying to improve computing efficiency through techniques such as layering circuits within a single chip.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026

To demonstrate, Weger starts layering a mannequin in her bedroom, picking from racks of clothes, handbags, color-coordinated shoes and jewelry nearby.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026

Mama kept an eye on both of us as we moved on to peeling sweet potatoes, then layering them in the pan.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce


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