noun
a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena
Synonyms
Examples
- there was no overlap between their proposals
noun
the property of partial coincidence in time
noun
a flap that lies over another part
Synonyms
Examples
- the lap of the shingles should be at least ten inches
verb
coincide partially or wholly
Examples
- Our vacations overlap
verb
extend over and cover a part of
Examples
- The roofs of the houses overlap in this crowded city