layperson
/ˈleɪˌpɜrsən/
noun
- A person who is not an expert in a particular field or profession.
- As a layperson, I found the legal document very confusing.
- The doctor explained the diagnosis in simple terms so a layperson could understand.
- The lecture was designed for laypeople, not for professional scientists.
- A member of a religious group who is not a clergy member or ordained minister.
- Many laypersons volunteer to teach Sunday school classes.
- The church council includes both clergy and laypeople.
- The bishop asked a layperson to lead the prayer at the community event.
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