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layette

noun · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.

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  • UK: /leɪˈ(j)ɛt/
  • rhymes with -ɛt

1

noun

Meaning 1

A complete set of clothing, bedding and toilet articles for a new baby.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A tray for carrying the powder in a powder mill.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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3

noun

Meaning 3

A bin for storing equipment parts prior to their use.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US

Topics: government, military, politics, war

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4

noun

Meaning 4

kit consisting of a complete outfit (clothing and accessories) for a new baby

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: kit, outfit

History

Etymology

From French layette.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Portuguese: enxoval — set of clothing, bedding and toilet articles for a baby