Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lay-people

noun

/ˈleɪ ˌpiː.pəl/

Definition

People who are not professionals in a particular field, especially in relation to religion or specialized activities.

Examples

The lay-people in the community organized a charity event to support local families.
In the conference, even lay-people were encouraged to join the discussions about climate change.
While the experts debated the issue, lay-people offered their views and experiences.

Meaning

The term refers to individuals who do not have specific training or expertise in a particular domain, often used in contexts like religion to describe non-clergy members or the general public in a profession.