OVERLAP | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word OVERLAP in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of OVERLAP with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Overlap

Speech Type: Verb

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˌəʊvəˈlap
Dialects: British English
Definition:

extend over so as to cover partly

Short Definition:

extend partly over

Examples:
  • the canopy overlaps the house roof at one end
  • the curtains overlap at the centre when closed

Word: Overlap

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈəʊvəlap
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a part or amount which overlaps

Short Definition:

part which overlaps

Examples:
  • an overlap of about half an inch

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