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multilayered

American  
[muhl-tee-ley-erd, muhl-tahy-, muhl-tee-ley-erd, muhl-tahy-] / ˌmʌl tiˈleɪ ərd, ˌmʌl taɪ-, ˈmʌl tiˌleɪ ərd, ˈmʌl taɪ- /

adjective

  1. having two or more layers.

  2. offering several viewpoints, solutions, degrees of complexity, etc..

    the multilayered problem of urban development.


Etymology

Origin of multilayered

First recorded in 1930–35; multi- + layer + -ed 3

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Chinese defense publications and procurement activity indicate a multilayered approach that combines radar, electro-optical sensors, electronic warfare, and AI-driven interception — structurally similar to the Western model but developed independently.

From MarketWatch Jun. 29, 2026

In “Man on Fire,” the intense, angry and vengeful Creasy is protecting Poe from a multilayered criminal conspiracy in Rio de Janeiro and can’t seem to keep her in tow.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 30, 2026

The allies didn’t adequately prepare for multilayered obstacles involving mines in the water and guns on the shore, and were drawn into a disastrous ground campaign that resulted in 250,000 casualties.

From Barron's Mar. 11, 2026

Gulf countries will need to share intelligence about tracking incoming Shahed flights and build multilayered defense systems that can handle drones like Ukrainians have done, Bendett said.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 1, 2026

These she has cut and shaped and glued carefully to a backing, to form multilayered compositions that resemble cloudscapes.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood

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