Non-clergy is a term used to describe people who are not members of the clergy, or religious leaders. LAY, LAIC, and LAITY are all terms used to refer to non-clergy individuals. LAY is a three letter word meaning a person who is not a member of the clergy or a religious professional. LAIC is a four letter word meaning a person who is not a member of the clergy or a religious professional. LAITY is a five letter word meaning the body of non-clergy members of a religious faith.