How to Use "Layer" with Example Sentences

layer (n): the thickness that lies over the surface of an area

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Used with adjectives:

"His backyard was covered with a thick layer of snow."
(thick, heavy, fine, thin)

"Everyone had to put on extra layers of clothing."
(extra, added, additional)

"The cushion is made with a single layer of padding."
(single, double)

"She covered the outer layer of the cake with chocolate."
(outer, upper, middle, top)

"The protective layer was made with metal."
(protective, bottom, surface)

Used with verbs:

"Dust formed a thin layer on the unused table."
(formed)

"The evidence was covered with a thick layer of dirt."
(be + covered with)

"Please apply an additional layer of paint."
(apply, add)

Used with prepositions:

"There are many layers under the surface of the skin."
(under, beneath, below)

"The cake was made in layers."
(in, by)

"I need to put on an extra layer of clothing."
(of)

Used with nouns:

"She made a layer cake for her the birthday party."
(cake)