overlap

UK
/ˈəʊvərlæp/
US
/ˈoʊvərlæp/
overlapnoun
overlaps
pl
UK
/ˈəʊvərlæp/
US
/ˈoʊvərlæp/
Translations
The overlap of the two roofs created a sheltered area.
Перекрытие двух крыш создало укрытую зону.
The overlap of the fabric pieces ensures a seamless finish.
Нахлест кусков ткани обеспечивает бесшовную отделку.
There is an overlap in their schedules, so they can meet for lunch.
В их расписаниях есть совпадение, поэтому они могут встретиться на обед.
Definitions
The portion or area common to two or more things that cover the same space.
On the Venn diagram, the coloured section shows the overlap of the two sets.
A similarity or shared element between two activities, subjects, or groups.
There is considerable overlap between physics and chemistry when it comes to quantum mechanics.
overlapverb
overlapped
Past Simple
overlapped
Past Participle
overlapping
Gerund
UK
/ˌəʊ.vəˈlæp/
US
/ˌoʊ.vɚˈlæp/
Translations
The colors in the painting overlap beautifully.
Цвета на картине красиво накладываются друг на друга.
Their schedules overlap on Fridays.
Их расписания совпадают по пятницам.
The two events overlap by an hour.
Два события перекрывают друг друга на час.
Additional translations
Definitions
To extend over and cover a part of something else.
The two pieces of fabric overlap slightly at the edges.
To have some elements in common with something else.
The responsibilities of the two departments overlap in several areas.
overlapadjective
more overlap
Comp.
most overlap
Super.
UK
/ˌəʊ.vəˈlæp/
US
/ˌoʊ.vɚˈlæp/
Used attributively before nouns, e.g., "overlap zone".
Definitions
Relating to, situated in, or designating an area where two or more things overlap.
The engineers inspected the overlap section to ensure proper alignment.