Overlapping — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /ˌō-vər-ˈlap/ over·lap

Meaning & Definition of Overlapping

Overlapping (verb)

  1. to extend over or past and cover a part of
  2. to have something in common with
  3. to occupy the same area in part

Overlapping (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in crisscrossing, intersecting

    similar: conjoining, crisscrossing, intersecting, allover, overlaying, superimposed, superposed, underlying, coaxial, concurrent, convergent, coextensive, coincident, coinciding, conterminous, coterminous, congruent, conjunctional
    opposite: nonconcurrent, noncongruent

Overlapping (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to lie over parts of one another

    "the brochures on the display table should overlap but not so much that the titles are obscured"

    similar: lapping, overlaying, overlying, overspreading
    related: shingling

Related Entry: Overlap (verb)

Overlap is a different word from Overlapping. The synonyms below are for overlap, not for overlapping.

  1. to lie over parts of one another

    "the brochures on the display table should overlap but not so much that the titles are obscured"

    similar: lap, overlay, overlie, overspread
    related: shingle

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Overlapping

The most common words with a similar meaning to Overlapping:

conjoining, crisscrossing, intersecting, allover, overlaying, superimposed, superposed, underlying, coaxial, concurrent, convergent, coextensive, coincident, coinciding, conterminous, coterminous, congruent, conjunctional, lapping, overlying, overspreading

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Overlapping

Words with the opposite meaning of Overlapping:

nonconcurrent, noncongruent

Related Words for Overlapping

shingling

Word Forms of Overlapping

Inflections: overlapped, overlaps

Derived words: overlap (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Overlapping

First known use: 1704t

Frequently Asked Questions about Overlapping

What does "Overlapping" mean?

"Overlapping" means to extend over or past and cover a part of. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to extend over or past and cover a part of. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Overlapping"?

Other words for "Overlapping" include conjoining, crisscrossing, intersecting, allover, overlaying, superimposed, superposed and underlying. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Overlapping" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Overlapping"?

There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Overlapping". Common alternatives include conjoining, crisscrossing, intersecting, allover, overlaying, superimposed, superposed, underlying, coaxial and concurrent.

What is the opposite of "Overlapping"?

Antonyms of "Overlapping" include nonconcurrent and noncongruent.

How do you use "Overlapping" in a sentence?

Examples of "Overlapping" in a sentence: "the brochures on the display table should overlap but not so much that the titles are obscured".

Is "Overlapping" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Overlapping" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Overlapping"?

"Overlapping" is pronounced /ˌō-vər-ˈlap/ and divided into syllables as over·lap.

What is the origin of the word "Overlapping"?

First known use: 1704t.