overlap

Noun
  1. A representation of common ground between theories or phenomena (synset 105772362)
    "there was no overlap between their proposals"
    is a type of: internal representation, mental representation, representation - a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image
    subtypes:
    • crossroads - a point where a choice must be made
    • interface - the overlap where two theories or phenomena affect each other or have links with each other
    same as: convergence, intersection
  2. The property of partial coincidence in time (synset 105055984)
    is a type of: co-occurrence, coincidence, concurrence, conjunction - the temporal property of two things happening at the same time
  3. A flap that lies over another part (synset 103647020)
    "the lap of the shingles should be at least ten inches"
    is a type of: flap - any broad thin and limber covering attached at one edge; hangs loose or projects freely
    subtypes:
    • cuff, turnup - the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg
    • lapel - lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar
    • lappet - a small lap on a garment or headdress
    same as: lap
Verb
  1. Coincide partially or wholly (synset 202666709)
    "Our vacations overlap"
    is a type of: co-occur, coincide, cooccur - go with, fall together
    subtypes: share - have in common
  2. Extend over and cover a part of (synset 202694636)
    "The roofs of the houses overlap in this crowded city"
    is a type of: continue, cover, extend - span an interval of distance, space or time
    subtypes: imbricate - overlap

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