inlayer

1 of 2

noun (1)

in·​lay·​er
(ˈ)in¦lāər
ənˈl-
-le(ə)r
plural -s
: one that inlays

inlayer

2 of 2

noun (2)

in·​lay·​er
ˈinˌl-
: an inner layer or sheathing

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

inlay entry 1 + -er

Noun (2)

in entry 4 + layer

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“Inlayer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inlayer. Accessed 18 Dec. 2025.

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