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Layperson
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Simple meaning
What does Layperson mean?
A layperson is someone who is not an expert.
Dictionary definition
A person who is not a trained expert in a particular subject.
Example sentences
Layperson in a sentence
easy
The guide explained science words for a layperson.
medium
A good article can help a layperson understand a complex topic.
hard
The speaker avoided technical terms so every layperson in the audience could follow the idea.
Synonyms
Words like Layperson
nonexpertA nonexpert is someone without special training in a topic.
beginnerA beginner is someone still learning a subject.
Antonyms
Opposite words
expertAn expert has special knowledge or training.
specialistA specialist focuses deeply on one subject.
Word family
Layperson word family
Base word
layperson
noun
layperson
Base form.
noun
laypeople
Plural form for more than one layperson.
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Practice 1
What does layperson mean?
Layperson means someone who is not an expert.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to layperson?
A layperson is a nonexpert in a subject.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym or strong contrast for layperson?
An expert is the opposite of a layperson in a topic.
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