Layperson
(noun)
- A person who is not a member of a particular profession or specialized field.
- A person who is not trained or qualified in a particular area of knowledge or expertise.
Origin:
From the old english word laege, meaning lay or non-ordained, and person, meaning individual.
Examples:
- The layperson may find the technical language and concepts difficult to understand.
- The layperson was not able to diagnose the problem without the help of a professional.
- The layperson's perspective on the issue was insightful and refreshing.
- The layperson's guide to investing provided a simple and easy-to-follow introduction to the topic.
- The layperson's appreciation for art was evident in their enthusiastic responses to the exhibit.