layperson
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/ˈleɪˌpɜr.sən/
🇬🇧
/ˈleɪˌpɜː.sən/
non-expert
Etymology
Etymology Information
'layperson' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'lay,' where 'lay' meant 'non-clerical.'
Historical Evolution
'lay' changed from the Old English word 'læwede' and eventually became the modern English word 'lay.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'non-clerical person,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'non-expert.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person without professional or specialized knowledge in a particular subject.
The book is written for the layperson, not for experts.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35