Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Overlap.
How to pronounce overlap:
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Overlap - as a noun
A representation of common ground between theories or phenomena
Example: "There was no overlap between their proposals"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The property of partial coincidence in time
Overlap - as a verb
Coincide partially or wholly
Example: "Our vacations overlap"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The two circles have an overlap in the middle."
"There's an overlap between the end of the first chapter and the beginning of the second."
"The overlap between their responsibilities caused confusion."
"The meeting and the conference had a scheduling overlap."
"The overlap of interests between the two political parties is evident."
Word Game Points
Is OVERLAP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overlap is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERLAP has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is OVERLAP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overlap is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERLAP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is OVERLAP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overlap is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERLAP has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.