Overlap definition

Overlap

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WordNet

(1) A flap that lies over another part

"The lap of the shingles should be at least ten inches"

(2) The property of partial coincidence in time

(3) A representation of common ground between theories or phenomena

"There was no overlap between their proposals"

(4) Coincide partially or wholly

"Our vacations overlap"

(5) Extend over and cover a part of

"The roofs of the houses overlap in this crowded city"

WiktionaryText

To extend over and partly cover something.

the mousemat overlapped the edge of the desk
To have an area, range, character or function in common.

The two maps overlapped at the east and west edges
Used of sets that have some elements in common.

The set (all men) overlaps the set (vegetarians)