multi-tier
Having multiple layers
Multi-tier describes something organized in multiple levels or layers, typically a system where different components handle different functions.
Most common in computing, where a multi-tier architecture separates presentation, logic, and data storage: The application uses a multi-tier design with separate database and web servers.
Also describes pricing structures, organizational hierarchies, or physical arrangements with distinct levels.
Heights or ranked stages
- echelonsLevels within a hierarchy
- layersStacked levels or coatings
- ranksPositions in hierarchy
- strataParallel geological layers
gradations · pyramid · ladder · top-down · bottom-up · vertical · ascending · descending
Basic physical systems
- systemConnected parts forming whole
- platformRaised flat structure
- frameworkUnderlying support system
- structureArrangement of interconnected parts
design · scalability · modularity · backend · frontend · middleware · database · server
Grouping by shared traits
- socioeconomicRelating to income and status
- casteInherited social division
- divisionSplitting into parts
- inequalityUnequal distribution of resources
status · elite · aristocracy · mobility · segregated · privileged · underprivileged · bracket
levels
Heights or ranked stages
strata · gradations · pyramid · ladder · top-down · bottom-up · vertical · ascending · descending · upper
infrastructure
Basic physical systems
structure · design · scalability · modularity · backend · frontend · middleware · database · server · client
class
Grouping by shared traits
- socioeconomicRelating to income and status
- casteInherited social division
- divisionSplitting into parts
inequality · status · elite · aristocracy · mobility · segregated · privileged · underprivileged · bracket · spectrum
subscription
Paid recurring access
- membershipState of belonging
- plansIntended courses of action
- packagesWrapped items for shipping
premium · basic · standard · enterprise · freemium · upgrade · downgrade · features · access · bronze
multi-tierflat
Lacking vertical variation
monolithic · unitary · uniform · untiered · undifferentiated
multi-tiermonolayer
Single-atom-thick coating
unlayered · monolithic · unified · integrated · consolidated