as in stacking
to form or arrange parts or pieces of something on top of each other; to form or arrange (something) in layers
The next step in the recipe is to layer the pasta and the sauce in the pan. We layered the fruit with whipped cream and served it with cookies.
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Recent Examples of layering
Stylists love their oversized fits, perfect for layering with chunky sweaters, which add that instant dose of sophistication to even the simplest outfit.
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Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
The ribbed detailing adds texture, and the lightweight material is ideal for layering over T-shirts or under jackets.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
If your team isn’t aligned, consistent and accountable today, layering AI into the workflow won’t solve anything.
—Ryan Austin, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The whole family opted for demure attire, with Bateman layering a chocolate brown button-down shirt over a black T-shirt, and Anka pairing a chic black vest with a slip skirt.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
The new Crystalium edition cloaks that signature architecture in a black DLC case while layering in high craft.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
The midweight fabric is perfect for layering on chillier fall days, while the snap closure leaves room for easy venting.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2025
This one emits a blue-Gatorade glow, cleverly achieved through layering fabrics in shades of blue and a small light.
—Laura Bannister, Curbed, 5 Sep. 2025
For evening wear, try layering with Yves Saint Laurent Libre.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
The ribbed detailing adds texture, and the lightweight material is ideal for layering over T-shirts or under jackets.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
If your team isn’t aligned, consistent and accountable today, layering AI into the workflow won’t solve anything.
—Ryan Austin, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The whole family opted for demure attire, with Bateman layering a chocolate brown button-down shirt over a black T-shirt, and Anka pairing a chic black vest with a slip skirt.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
The new Crystalium edition cloaks that signature architecture in a black DLC case while layering in high craft.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
The midweight fabric is perfect for layering on chillier fall days, while the snap closure leaves room for easy venting.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2025
This one emits a blue-Gatorade glow, cleverly achieved through layering fabrics in shades of blue and a small light.
—Laura Bannister, Curbed, 5 Sep. 2025
For evening wear, try layering with Yves Saint Laurent Libre.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for layering
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With time running out, the Yankees need to start stacking wins and hoping for Blue Jays losses.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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And over the past nine months, a team of judges has been measuring it, pinpointing the exact location of the wave’s base, then stacking images of Slebir’s crouched pose on top of each other like a totem pole up the face of the wave.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
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Medical bills, rehabilitation expenses and everyday expenses begin piling up; not only does the resulting time away from work spill into day-to-day productivity and team performance, but also long-term engagement, morale and retention.—
Mark Berookim,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Many of these homes are now piling up on the Florida market, remaining unsold for longer than any time in the past five years.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Layering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layering. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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