tier

/tɪr/
noun
  1. One of several levels or layers arranged one above another.
    • The stadium's upper tier offers the best view of the field.
    • We sat in the second tier of the theater, just above the balcony.
    • The wedding cake had three tiers, each decorated with fresh flowers.
  2. A level or rank in a system or organization.
    • The new policy affects only the highest tier of customers.
    • Students in the top tier of the competition receive scholarships.
    • The company has a three-tier management structure.
Antonyms
verb
  1. To arrange or organize into levels or layers.
    • They tiered the seating so everyone could see the stage.
    • The architect tiered the garden so that each level had a different type of plant.
    • The company tiers its pricing based on how many features you need.
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