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Noun layman has 1 sense
  1. layman, layperson - someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person
    --1 is a kind of commoner, common man, common person
    --1 is a member of laity, temporalty
    Antonyms: clergyman, reverend, man of the cloth
    --1 has particulars: lay reader

Definitions from the Web

Laymen

Noun (plural: laymen)

1. A person who does not have specialized or professional knowledge in a particular area:

Sample sentences:

  • As a renowned physicist, Professor Smith was able to explain complex theories to laymen in a simple and understandable way.
  • The article aimed to bridge the gap between experts and laymen, providing an accessible introduction to the field of astrophysics.
  • John's lack of expertise in architecture made him a layman when it came to understanding the intricate details of the building's construction.

2. A person who is not a member of a particular profession or group:

Sample sentences:

  • The committee consisted of both academicians and laymen, allowing for a diverse range of opinions and perspectives.
  • The lawyer explained the legal procedures to the laymen who attended the court session out of curiosity.
  • While the panel of judges comprised legal experts, they ensured their ruling was comprehensible to the laymen attending the trial.

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