Cool MateMeaning of Overlap
To extend over and cover part of something else.
In simple words: To cover part of something else
Overlap in a sentence
- The two schedules do not overlap.
- There’s a significant overlap in their interests.
- The roof tiles overlap to prevent leaks.
How to use Overlap
Can be used in both physical and metaphorical contexts. Less formal in spoken language; avoid in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
overlap + object
Memory hint
Think of two circles that share a space in the middle — that's the overlap.
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Overlap appears in
Overlap in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تداخل
يغطي جزءًا من شيء آخر
- Bengaliবাংলা
ওভারল্যাপ, উপরিপাতিত হওয়া
একটির অংশ অন্যটির উপর চলে যাওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Sich überschneiden
Einen Teil von etwas anderem bedecken.
- SpanishEspañol
Superposición
Cubrir parte de otra cosa
- Persianفارسی
پوشش، همپوشانی
پوشاندن بخشی از چیز دیگری
- FrenchFrançais
Chevaucher, Se recouvrir
Couvrir une partie d'autre chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
ओवरलैप, अतिव्यापन
किसी दूसरी चीज़ के हिस्से को ढकना।
- ItalianItaliano
Sovrapporre, sovrapporsi
Coprire una parte di qualcos'altro, o avere delle parti in comune.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Sobreposição
Cobrir parte de outra coisa
- RussianРусский
Пересекаться, Накладываться
Частично перекрывать что-то
- Urduاردو
اوورلیپ، تداخل
کسی دوسری چیز کے حصے کو ڈھانپنا۔
- Chinese中文
重叠
覆盖其他事物的一部分
More words like Overlap
- Cover
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Overlap
What does Overlap mean?
To cover part of something else
What is the definition of Overlap?
To extend over and cover part of something else.
How do you use Overlap in a sentence?
The two schedules do not overlap.
Can you give another example of Overlap?
There’s a significant overlap in their interests.
What are synonyms for Overlap?
Common alternatives include intersect, cover, concur.
What is the opposite of Overlap?
Opposite meanings include separate, divide.
What words go with Overlap?
It commonly pairs with overlap in time, overlap with, significant overlap.
What are common mistakes when using Overlap?
Confusing with 'overlap' as a noun and a verb. Using it incorrectly in contexts without a clear shared area.
How do you pronounce Overlap?
US: //ˈoʊ.və.læp//, UK: //ˈəʊ.və.læp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Overlap?
Can be used in both physical and metaphorical contexts. Less formal in spoken language; avoid in very formal writing.
What CEFR level is Overlap?
"Overlap" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.