Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leigo
noun
[ˈleɪɡoʊ]
Definition
a layperson, someone not trained or qualified in a specific profession, particularly in the context of religious or specialized areas.
Examples
- The conference was mainly attended by leigos, who wanted to understand more about environmental policies.
- Despite being a leigo in the realm of computer science, she managed to grasp the basic concepts quickly.
- As a leigo in philosophy, he found the discussions in the class quite challenging but also enlightening.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘leigo’ refers to an individual who lacks professional knowledge or expertise in a particular field.
Synonyms
- amateur
- novice
- non-expert
- layman