Use of terms Technical or Layman

1. Is layman's terms politically correct?
2. What does it mean by layman terms?
3. Can you put layman terms?
4. Why do we say layman's terms?

Is layman's terms politically correct?

Is 'Layman's Terms' an Offensive Phrase? In most cases, people are not offended by the expression layman's terms. The evolution of the phrase means it doesn't indicate a lack of intelligence or other negative traits. However, there are a couple of situations where it may be considered impolite or insensitive.

What does it mean by layman terms?

in layman's terms

(idiomatic) Phrased simply, without jargon.

Can you put layman terms?

To put something in layman's terms is to describe a complex or technical statement using words and terms that someone not specialised in a specific field can understand.

Why do we say layman's terms?

Another name for the term, layman's terms, is derived from the idiom "in layman's terms" which refers to language phrased simply enough that a layperson, or common person without expertise on the subject, can understand.