Definitions

1. noun

a level or rank in a hierarchy or a series of levels

“The company has multiple tiers of management, each with its own set of responsibilities.”

2. noun

a horizontal level of something, such as a row of seats or a level of a building

“The movie theater has five tiers of seats, each with a different view of the screen.”

3. verb

to classify or rank something in a particular way

“The museum tiers the exhibits by era and location to make it easier for visitors to navigate.”

4. verb

to form or arrange something in tiers

“The architect tiers the building’s columns to create a sense of grandeur.”

5. verb

to divide or separate something into tiers

“The company tiers its employees by department and job title to streamline communication.”