Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overlapping
adjective
ˌoʊvərˈlæpɪŋ
Definition
The act of extending over and covering a part of something else.
Examples
- The overlapping circles in the diagram represent the shared features of the two concepts.
- During a conversation, their overlapping stories highlighted similar experiences.
- The schedules have overlapping times, making it difficult to attend both meetings.
Meaning
When two or more objects, ideas, or events share a common area or aspect, they are said to be overlapping.
Synonyms
- intersecting
- superimposed
- concurrent
