overlap

/ˈoʊvɝlæp/

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Definitions

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