Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
underlayer
noun
/ˈʌndərˌleɪər/
Definition
A layer situated beneath another layer in a structure or system.
Examples
- The carpet was installed on an underlayer to provide extra cushioning.
- The waterproof membrane acts as an underlayer for the roofing system.
- In the construction of the wall, the underlayer helps to ensure that the outer layer adheres properly.
Meaning
An underlayer serves as a supportive or foundational layer that adds stability, insulation, or protection to the layer that goes above it.
Synonyms
- foundation
- base layer
- sub-layer
