overlap

verb
UK: /ˌəʊ.vəˈlæp/
US: /ˌoʊ.vɚˈlæp/

  1. To cover something partly by being on top of it, or to cover part of the same space.

    1. The fence panels overlap each other slightly.
    2. My vacation dates overlap with yours, so we'll see each other at the resort, that's great.

  2. If two or more activities, subjects, or periods of time overlap, they have some parts that are the same.

    1. The meeting times overlap, so I can't attend both.
    2. The band's musical styles overlap with elements of pop and electronic music creating unique sound.

  3. To have features or ideas in common.

    1. Our responsibilities sometimes overlap a little.
    2. There's a significant overlap between the two research studies that will allow cross-validation of the data.

Synonyms

coincide cover overlay superimpose agree resemblance
overlap noun

  1. A part of something that covers part of something else.

    1. There is an overlap of two weeks.
    2. The degree of overlap between the two companies' products is surprisingly minimal considering their history.

  2. A shared area or interest.

    1. There's some overlap in our duties.
    2. We need to identify areas of overlap to create a better synergy within the team.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "overlap" in English means: To cover something partly by being on top of it, or to cover part of the same space., If two or more activities, subjects, or periods of time overlap, they have some parts that are the same., To have features or ideas in common..

The phonetic transcription of "overlap" is /ˌəʊ.vəˈlæp/ in British English and /ˌoʊ.vɚˈlæp/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "overlap": coincide, cover, overlay, superimpose, agree, resemblance.

Example usage of "overlap": "The fence panels overlap each other slightly.". More examples on the page.