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overlapped

[ˌəʊvəˈlæpt]

overlapped Definition

  • 1extend over so as to cover partly
  • 2coincide partially in time
  • 3arrange in a way that one thing covers the other

Using overlapped: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overlapped" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The two circles overlapped each other.

  • Example

    The two events overlapped, making it difficult for me to attend both.

  • Example

    She overlapped the tiles to create a pattern.

overlapped Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for overlapped

Phrases with overlapped

  • to have something in common or to coincide with something else

    Example

    The meeting overlaps with my lunch break, so I won't be able to attend.

  • to share similarities or interests with someone or something

    Example

    Our hobbies overlap in many ways, which is why we get along so well.

  • a type of sewing stitch used to join two pieces of fabric together by overlapping them

    Example

    She used an overlap stitch to hem the edges of the curtains.

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Summary: overlapped in Brief

The verb 'overlapped' [ˌəʊvəˈlæpt] means to extend over and cover partly, to coincide partially in time, or to arrange in a way that one thing covers the other. It can be used to describe physical objects, events, or actions, as in 'The two circles overlapped each other,' 'The two events overlapped, making it difficult for me to attend both,' and 'She overlapped the tiles to create a pattern.' 'Overlap' can also be used in phrases like 'overlap with' and 'overlap in,' which denote shared characteristics or interests.