Definition

Relating to two or more things that cover the same area or have some parts in common.

Example

The overlapping schedules made it difficult for them to meet.

Conversation

Have you noticed the overlapping schedules we have this week?

Yeah, it’s a bit tricky to manage everything.

I guess we need to figure out which appointments are more important.

Definitely! Let’s compare our calendars and sort it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The condition where two or more things cover the same area or have some parts in common.

Example

There is a significant overlapping of interests between the two companies.

Conversation

I noticed some overlapping topics in our projects this semester.

Really? I thought I was the only one working on that theme.

Yeah, it could actually be interesting to collaborate since we both have overlapping ideas.

Definition

To cover or extend over part of something else, so that they share some area or space.

Example

The two circles are overlapping in the middle.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think our schedules are really overlapping this week.

Yeah, I noticed that too; it's hard to find a good time to meet.

Maybe we should try to plan something for next week instead.

Root Explanation

Overlapping → It is formed from "over-" (meaning above or beyond) and "lapping" (from the verb "lap", meaning to fold or cover). The word describes something that covers or extends beyond another, creating a layer or connection between them.

Memory Tip

Think of something that extends 'above' or 'beyond' ('over-') and 'covers' ('lapping') another object, which helps you remember that overlapping means to cover or extend over something else.

Visually Confused Words