Definition

Not covering the same area or space as something else; separate and distinct.

Example

The two schedules are nonoverlapping, so there is no conflict in timing.

Conversation

Did you notice how our schedules are nonoverlapping this week?

Yeah, it's nice to have some free time to ourselves.

Exactly! I can finally catch up on my reading without interruptions.

Same here! I love when we have nonoverlapping plans.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonoverlapping → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "overlapping" (from "over-" meaning above or beyond and "lapping" from "lap" meaning to cover or fold). The word describes things that do not cover or extend over each other.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') covering or extending 'above' ('over-') and 'folding' ('lapping') into each other — that's why nonoverlapping means they do not overlap.

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