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Definition layman in British English

layman noun

[countable] noun
/ˈleɪmən/
1

someone who is not trained to a high or professional standard in a particular subject

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layman rough diamond peasant
2

someone who is a member of a Christian church but not officially employed by it as a priest, minister etc

Synonyms and related words
acolyte Amish Anglican
Definition layman in British English