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layman
noun lay·man \ˈlā-mən\
: a person who is not a member of a particular profession
: a person who belongs to a religion but is not a priest, minister, etc.
Full Definition of LAYMAN
1
: a person who is not a member of the clergy
2
: a person who does not belong to a particular profession or who is not expert in some field
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First Known Use of LAYMAN
15th century
Related to LAYMAN
- Synonyms
- dabbler, dilettante, hobbyist, amateur, nonexpert, nonprofessional, potterer, putterer, tinkerer
- Antonyms
- authority, expert, pro, professional, specialist
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LAYMAN Defined for Kids
layman
noun lay·man \ˈlā-mən\
plural lay·men \-mən\
Definition of LAYMAN for Kids
1
: a person who is not a member of the clergy
2
: a person who is not a member of a certain profession
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