The term 'non-cleric' refers to someone who is not a member of the clergy. The two crossword solutions for this term are 'LAIC' (4 letters) and 'LAYMAN' (6 letters). LAIC is derived from the Greek word 'laikos' meaning 'of the people', while LAYMAN is derived from the Old English word 'leahman' meaning 'one who lives in the open country'. Both terms refer to someone who is not a member of the clergy, and thus can be used interchangeably.