American English pronunciation
How to pronounce layperson
IPA transcription: [leɪ'pɚsɪn]
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Noun
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someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person
Usage examples
- Each standing commission consists of three bishops, three priests or deacons, and six laypersons.
- But nonprofessional users could benefit from reliable health information in a layperson-accessible format.
- Among laypersons, this is known as litigation finance.