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overlying

/ˌəʊvəˈlaɪɪŋ/

/ˌoʊvərˈlaɪɪŋ/

overlyingadjective

/ˌəʊvəˈlaɪɪŋ/

/ˌoʊvərˈlaɪɪŋ/

Translations

The overlying layer of soil protects the roots.

Покрывающий слой почвы защищает корни.

The overlying rock formations are difficult to study.

Налегающие горные образования трудно изучать.

Definitions

Situated on top of or covering something else.

The overlying layer of soil was removed to reveal the ancient artifacts beneath.

Synonyms

overlieverb

overlying

Gerund

overlay

Past Simple

overlain

Past Participle

overlying

Gerund

/ˌəʊvəˈlaɪ/

/ˌoʊvərˈlaɪ/

Translations

The new layer of soil will overlie the old one.

Новый слой почвы будет перекрывать старый.

Definitions

To lie on top of something.

The new layer of paint will overlie the old one.

To suffocate by lying on top of (someone), especially a baby.

The mother feared she might overlie her infant during the night.

Synonyms

lie over